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The J.M. Smucker Co.

PLC Technician

Arkadelphia, United States of America

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Full-time
Workplace
On-site
Posted
Apr 23, 2026

Minimum Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. • 3 years of manufacturing, commercial, or industrial experience • 3 years of experience including electrical diagnostics utilizing multimeters, electrical schematics and application of theory • 1 year of experience relating to computer programming, software development, or Industrial PLC/HMI/SCADA solutions • 1 year of experience relating to mechanical devices and systems In this role you will: Inspect, diagnose, and repair complex automated machinery Utilize PC with automation software for backups, program updates and troubleshooting Become engaged and motivatedmember of smalltechnicalteam that is critical to bakery operations Perform preventative maintenance activities and work orders in a timely manner to maximize performance of plant equipment Improve and modify preventative maintenance activities as appropriate Responsible for the manufacture of consumer foods which comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements Understand and support company safety policies while performing work related activities in a safe manner Recognize unsafe working conditions, coach peers, and suggest new safety standards as appropriate Understand, follow, and improve various documented standards in a

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment Coach other team members on core electrical skills, machine functionality, defect identification, and equipment repair Utilize drawings, prints, and instruction manuals to determine proper steps to be taken for equipment maintenance tasks Safe working practices including LOTO, proper PPE usage, and procedure development The employee must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, bend, reach, push, pull, twist, crawl, climb stairs/ladders, and be able to lift to a maximum of 50 pounds Other duties as assigned Additional skills and experience that we think would make someonesuccessful in this role: Associate’s degree in electricalengineering, controls, or related field Experience in Rockwell Automation Software platforms including Studio 5000, FTView Studio ME, FTLinx, and related Experience with Allen-Bradley VFDs, Kinetix servos, Stratix network switches, and PanelView HMIs TCP/IP v4 networking and troubleshooting Specialized relevant training, coursework, or work experience Familiarity with robotics and vision systems Working knowledge of industrial printers (Videojet) 480VAC power distribution to 24VDC control voltage Safety Relays, IO, and interlocks Weight controllers and load cells Strong electricaltroubleshooting skills utilizing multimeters, megohmmeters, and electrical theory Understanding of mechanical devices and concepts Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work independently and in a team atmosphere Right Place for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together.

Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker: Our Total Rewards Benefits Program Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business Follow us on LinkedIn The Right Place for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together.

Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn® We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

We’re a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love—while supporting the communities in which we work and live. We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success. Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong.

With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company. Learn more about our hiring process The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.