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Altria Group, Inc.

Specialist Equipment

4 days ago• Hopkinsville

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★ 4.2 out of 5 · 18 reviews

  • Size: 5,001-10,000 employees
  • Industry: Consumer Packaged Goods: Tobacco
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Why you should apply for a job to Altria Group, Inc.:

  • 4.2/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.5/5 in supportive management
  • 89% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 83% would recommend this company to other women
  • 94% say the CEO supports gender diversity

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Job Description:

Together We Innovate. Together We Change.

Are you seeking an opportunity that involves problem solving on electrical control and process systems support? If so, then we have an opportunity for you!

Imagine your next position as an Electrical Equipment Specialist [1st or 3rd shift] with U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company (USSTC) in Hopkinsville, KY! Here, we are committed to strong work ethic, dedication to quality, and innovation. Our culture blends tradition with forward-thinking, where every team member plays a role in shaping the future of our smokeless tobacco brands.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing problem solving supporting to the in the manufacturing facilities of USSTC.

What you will be doing:
  • Providing on-shift troubleshooting for electrical control and process systems during production, supporting areas such as packaging and processing.
  • Analyzing data and applying problem-solving techniques to implement improvements in support of various clients, including (but not limited to) Engineering, Information Systems, Maintenance, Quality, and Manufacturing.
  • Applying problem-solving techniques to facilitate design improvements for methods, processes, products, systems, documentation, and/or equipment.
  • Providing PLC (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley) programming support for both continuous improvement initiatives and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
  • Offering technical support for installation qualifications, operational qualifications, and production qualifications.
  • Assisting in developing and recommending spare parts lists for mechanical components, technical alternatives, and design improvements.
  • Participating in technical discussions with internal teams and external OEM resources to resolve equipment issues.
  • Providing technical support to Natural Work Teams and other problem-solving teams/initiatives.
  • Demonstrating strong familiarity with one or more types of production equipment, boilers, and air compressors; mechanical experience with rotary equipment and distribution systems; and knowledge of engineering concepts, designs, charts, and layouts.
  • Maintaining familiarity with common test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment.
  • Determining project scope, specifications, and cost estimates for plant and remote site improvements, and providing budget projections.
  • Working independently and prioritizing assignments in a multi-tasking environment with tight and changing deadlines.


What we want you to have:
  • Associate degree in a technical field and/or equivalent skills gained through proven experience.
  • 2+ years of hands-on technical industrial work experience with process controls, PLCs, and instrumentation.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively participate in technical support teams to achieve optimal manufacturing efficiency.
  • Strong computer skills with experience programming various control systems and using general office software applications.
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and piping & instrumentation diagrams is strongly encouraged.
  • Solid understanding of Rockwell/Allen-Bradley electrical hardware such as motor starters, VFDs, remote I/O, and servos is helpful.
  • Regular and reliable on-site attendance is required.


Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we've been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on LinkedIn .

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  • Posted: 4 days ago
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