Process Control Technician 1st Shift

McCormick & Company Inc. a global leader in the spice flavor and seasonings industry is seeking a full-time Process Control/Electrical Controls Technician on the 1st Shift. This new hire will work at McCormicks Hunt Valley Plant located at 11100 McCormick Road in Hunt Valley MD.

McCormick & Company Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories we manufacture market and distribute spices seasoning mixes condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce retailfood manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick Frenchs Franks RedHot Stubbs OLD BAY Lawrys Zatarains Ducros Vahiné Cholula Schwartz Kamis DaQiao Club House Aeroplane and Gourmet Garden. Every day no matter where or what you eat or drink you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick.

As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits programs and services. Benefits include but are not limited to tuition assistance medical dental vision disability group life insurance 401(k) profit sharing paid holidays and vacations.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Electrical Controls Technician is a technical role within the Engineering Department responsible for supporting electrical controls and automation systems across manufacturing packaging processing utilities and facility equipment. This position provides hands-on technical support for troubleshooting maintaining improving and implementing electrical control systems that support safe reliable and efficient plant operations. The technician serves as a key technical resource for control systems electrical troubleshooting automation support and equipment improvement initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical support for electrical and control systems used in manufacturing packaging processing utility and facility operations.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits control systems motor controls sensors instrumentation safety devices robotics and automation equipment.
• Use electrical drawings PLC logic HMI screens equipment manuals and diagnostic tools to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Support Engineering and Maintenance in diagnosing recurring failures and developing long-term corrective actions.
• Assist in restoring equipment to safe and reliable operation while minimizing production disruption.
• Create and/or maintain technical documentation and electrical drawings for systems.
• Ensure PLC HMI electric drawings and control system changes are documented backed up and communicated in accordance with site procedures.
• Upgrade/replace machines or machine subsystems that are obsolete.
• Provide technical support during new equipment installations and startups.
• Provide technical training for the Electrical Electronics Technicians in the maintenance team as needed.
• Provide technical solutions that support continuous improvement projects.
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities for recurring downtime or process issues.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree apprenticeship or equivalent experience in electrical controls or automation preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and control systems in a manufacturing industrial food manufacturing packaging or process environment.
• Ability to use electrical diagnostic tools such as a multimeter megger process meter amp meter and other test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings control schematics PLC logic (LD FBD ST IL SFC) manuals and technical documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot replace and commission variable frequency and servo drives.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make modifications to FactoryTalk View ME HMI applications.
• Strong problem-solving communication organization and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with Maintenance Operations Quality and Safety teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work in small cross-functional groups deliver effective communication meet deadlines and lead quality/process improvement teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with AutoCAD to make electrical drawing modifications.
• Proficient in the support of Allen Bradley & Siemens PLCs Cognex vision systems and FANUC robots.
• Ability to troubleshoot WonderWare B&R and Beckhoff systems preferred.

SAFETY FOOD SAFETY AND GMP EXPECTATIONS

• Follow all site safety rules lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safe work practices.
• Apply NFPA 70E requirements when performing or supporting electrical work.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMPs) food safety requirements and site quality procedures.
• Report safety quality food safety and equipment concerns promptly.

As a general policy McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

Base Salary: $33.32 - $49.97

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location skills education experience for this role and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormicks Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan.

In addition to a competitive compensation package permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical vision dental life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave fertility benefits Employee Assistance Program and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans