Area SME

Summary: A Subject Matter Expert (SME) is the definitive source of knowledge, technique, or expertise in a specific subject area, such as empty can area, filling area, packaging area, shipping area, and process engineering. The SME functions as the organizational ambassador for his knowledge area and he applies his expertise to support an organization's vision and strategic direction.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Other duties as assigned

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include night shift, overtime, and weekends to support a plant that manufactures 24/7
• Must maintain a personal inventory of tools necessary to perform the requirements of the position
• Must have higher level diagnosis and troubleshooting skills as required in a manufacturing plant
• Must have high sense if drive, initiative, sense of urgency, and pride to support a high volume high speed manufacturing plant
• Must be able to assist in troubleshooting and repairing pneumatics (air cylinders, electro-pneumatic solenoids, etc.)
• Must be able to assist in troubleshooting and repairing basic hydraulics (cylinders, motors, solenoids, etc.
• Must be able to assist in troubleshooting and repairing basic hydraulics (cylinders, motors, solenoids, etc.)
• Must be able to assist in troubleshooting and repairing pumps (centrifugal, positive displacement)
• Must be able to assist in troubleshooting and repairing process fluid transmission (manual valves, electrical valves, pneumatic valves, check valves, basic piping configuration)
• Must be able to assist in troubleshooting and repairing and calibrating process monitoring(temperature, pressure, level, flow) and equipment (gauges, meters, transducers, transmitters)
• Must be able to work well with others in a team based environment
• Must have basic electrical skills (motor replacement, sensor replacement, fuse replacement, understanding oh PLC's, understanding of sensor functions)
• Must be computer literate (HMI Interface, HMI setup, email, data logging)
• Must understand machinery timing (stroke, timing, position, dwell, cams)
• Must be able to comply with food GMP standards
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow machine manuals, mechanical drawings, SOP's PID's
• Must be detail oriented and able to comply with necessary documentation (work orders, parts, &inventory)

Position Requirements:

The individual should possess the necessary technical skills to effectively perform the essential duties and adapt to changes made in the work environment. The individual should execute the duties while maintaining a professional attitude with encouraging teamwork and an ethical approach. The individual needs to promote the company’s Mission Statement and demonstrate commitment to the safety and quality of the beverage produced. The individual needs to have a willingness to follow direction and problem solve to generate suggestions for improving the work environment. The individual must have a high school diploma or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mechatronics or other engineering degree preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work in wet, humid, and outdoor conditions. The employee is also exposed to varying temperatures extremes including heat and cold as the weather varies. The employee is occasionally exposed to work on elevated platforms, with fumes or airborne particles, or with toxic or caustic chemicals. This employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The employee will regularly lift and/or move 50lbs and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Distance vision, Color Vision, Peripheral vision and Depth perception. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, have dexterity of hands, reach with hands and arms, and communicate. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, kneel, crouch and crawl.

In addition to competitive pay, stable employment and growth opportunities, we offer a variety of benefits as part of our total compensation & rewards package.

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  Many of our positions work on average 15 days/month, based on 2-2-3 schedule
• Night Shift Differential (additional $1.00)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Health (benefits effective first month following 60 days of employment)
• HSA
• Dental (benefits effective first month following 60 days of employment)
• Vision (benefits effective first month following 60 days of employment)
• Life and AD&D- company paid & supplemental
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Company Life Insurance
• Free Uniforms
• Monthly Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Company Swag – Apparel, hats & a variety of other items available
• Eligible for benefits the first month following 60 days of employment including medical, a health savings account option, dental, vision, disability, company paid & voluntary life and more
• 401k match after 6 months with 100% immediate vesting

* Pre - Employment Drug Screening and Background check are part of our hiring process*

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