5011 Engineering /Instrumentation Technician (Night Shift)

Description We’re looking for a detail-oriented, technically skilled Engineering Instrumentation Technician to join our team. In this role, you’ll support the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems that keep our operations running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy hands‑on work, solving complex technical problems, and supporting production through reliable instrumentation, this is a great opportunity to grow your career. Work Schedule: 5:30 p – 3:00 a (Monday – Friday, Saturday's required during the peak season) Summary Applies technical expertise to assist production, maintenance and engineering with continuous improvements, troubleshooting, repairs, installation, root cause analysis and project implementation. The skill level for this position requires an individual to work independently on complicated equipment and systems with minimal instruction and direction. Duties And Responsibilities Implements and executes maintenance repairs, continuous improvements and project work Provides electrical, mechanical and technical support to ensure safe and effective production Troubleshoots, repairs and replaces machinery and equipment based on work requests or verbal instructions Assists with troubleshooting and root cause analysis; performs duties of Maintenance Technicians Diagnoses cause of equipment failure and makes repairs to all equipment plant‑wide. This includes, but is not limited to, blanchers; rinsers; fillers; briners; cappers; pasteurizers; labelers; tamper banders; case packers; case erectors; wrappers (shrink & stretch); palletizers; de‑palletizers; vibrators; cutter/slicers; graders; conveyors; stenciling/coding equipment; flow meters; pumps; soap & oil lubricators; dock doors and levelers Replaces Motors, Pumps, Drives, PLCs, Instrumentation, Valves, Electrical switches, Wiring and conduit, Starter contacts (heaters), and other components Uses Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to receive work orders, identify faulty equipment, and acquire parts and equipment to complete repairs Generates, modifies and interprets programs to support engineering and maintenance initiatives and projects Develops and generates proper documentation for all facets of work duties Assists with various engineering and maintenance projects as requested Maintains appropriate computerized and paper files on pertinent information Maintains communication between Maintenance, Engineering and other departments Maintains area of operation in a safe and sanitary manner; determines that established safety rules, company policy and good housekeeping are followed Uses knowledge of equipment capability, application techniques, and design limitations in performing job tasks Other Duties Operates own or company vehicle in performance of some job tasks Participates in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as needed Receives written and verbal instructions on the above job tasks and performs other duties as directed by Supervisor Requirements Technical Associate’s degree or equivalent training or work experience 5+ years of experience in high volume process‑based manufacturing Strong working knowledge of PLCs, drives, controls, industrial instrumentation, HMI/OITs, vision systems, schematics, P&IDs, robotic systems, and industrial sensors and machines Industrial electrical and equipment background needed Fundamental understanding of software, programming principles and concepts Strong interpersonal skills and team‑working ability Valid driver’s license needed Ability to speak, read and write in English required Supervisory Responsibilities None Machines, Equipment, Tools Used Personal computer, PLCs, drives, PID/setpoint controls, industrial instrumentation, HMI/OITs, vision systems, industrial sensors, copier, fax, telephone, two‑way radio Physical Demands Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow slippery or erratically moving surfaces Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady forces in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a high position or moving objects horizontally from position‑to‑position; requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles when heavy Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly fingertips Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word; conveys detailed instructions accurately, loudly or quickly Hearing: Perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels; receiving detailed information through oral communication; fine discrimination in sound Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects Repetitive Motions: Substantial movements (motions) of wrists, hands and/or fingers Requires close visual acuity for tasks such as preparing and analyzing data figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation of machines; using measurement devices; assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes Work Environment Office conditions for most work; plant and outdoor conditions as determined by task underway Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr