Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

Job Description:

How you will make history here…The Sr. Maintenance Technician will maintain and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and processes supporting production activities associated with the Pilot Plant and R&D Operations, including execution and coordination of preventive and corrective maintenance, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies for enhancement of existing assets. In addition, you will provide oversight of contractors in support of capital improvements.

What you will do…

• 30%- Support production activities through machine and process configuration and changeover. Troubleshoot by determining root cause and steps to eliminate reoccurrence.

• 20%- PLC and HMI troubleshooting and enhancements

• 20%- General maintenance tasks as assigned

• 10%- Assist in project implementations through contractor scheduling and oversight.

• 10%- Documentation of work tasks associated with equipment, systems, and processes within the Computer Maintenance & Management System

• 10%- Support & deliver safety requirements

• Provide support to operations in running machines at centerline conditions, standard speeds etc. to maximize productivity. Maintain spares as needed to insure that equipment is available when required.

• Maintain and troubleshoot process control and electrical distribution systems for reliable operation of plant manufacturing. Significant expertise in analyzing and determining equipment and process failures and ability to expeditiously return them to working service. In-depth knowledge of electrical control devices and circuitry in association with programmable logic controls and machine interfaces.

• Technicians will be expected to take and active role in learning the equipment, process and systems. Participate in Safety Program and organizational improvement teams (Safety Committee, Quality Improvements, Production/Cost Reduction teams)

• Actively share their knowledge to train/mentor other team members, including both maintenance and operations to foster their development, including required safety training, control systems and troubleshooting capabilities as required.

• Job duties may also include fabricating parts, operating machining equipment such as lathes, grinders and welders.

• Machine interface is not responding. Must be able to determine fault (i.e. bad screen, communication hardware, communication software, software configuration

• Steam injection system not maintaining proper temperature. Must be able to determine cause and plan to resolve issue expeditiously. Utilize knowledge of temperature measuring device, PLC, temperature control valve.

• Retort time and temperature not responding to controller. Must be able to determine which component in the system has failed (i.e. RTD, pneumatic valve, PLC)

• Can line system to be reconfigured to produce 303 x 500 size containers. Changeover production equipment to guarantee expected product specifications and food safety requirements.

• Take an existing machine, in this case filler, and modify design, controls, to suit Plant applications. Develop PM plan and perform necessary maintenance as part of installation and commissioning process.

• Power outage has caused software and machine outages. Must be able to identify impacted equipment and as necessary locate most recent copy of application and reload into machine interface or PLC to continue operation.

• Detailed record keeping of all preventive and corrective maintenance activities on a daily basis. These activities must meet or exceed USDA, FDA and Process Safety regulations.

• Develop and lead training activities in reference to safety programs for Plant and Operations employees in conjunction with Safety/QA Manager.

Who you will work with…You will work with cross-functional partners in the pilot plant.

What you bring to the table (must haves) …

• HS Diploma or equivalent

• 6 years’ experience working in a manufacturing facility

It would be great to have (nice to haves)…

• Technical Degree in Mechanical or Electromechanical Systems

• Computer skills to leverage Computer Maintenance Management System

• Ability to work in an inclusive and team environment

• Able to manage and execute work assignments autonomously

• Ability to manage time and priorities to meet required deadlines

• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers, machine interface programming, mechanical and electrical tools and instruments and their proper use.

• Strong troubleshooting skills in association with electrical power, control, and mechanical systems.

• Problem solving/analytical thinking

• Effective collaboration and communication skills

• Computer Skills and software program proficiency

• Proficient knowledge of Food Safety and Safe Work Practices

• Thorough knowledge of food processing equipment and processes

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, SOPs, and manuals.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

$73,400-$105,600

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.