Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

In the Electrical & Instrumentation Technician role, you will:

• Maintain and repair all electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation equipment and software in a way that achieves customer satisfaction in support of the manufacturing of Kibbles 'n Bits
• Proficiency in operation and troubleshooting of the following:
• Power Distribution
• Studio5000 or Logix5000 platform hardware and software
• Drives and Motion Control
• FactoryTalk ME & SE
• Ethernet/IP Control Network
• Food Manufacturing and Utility Instrumentation
• Maintains and properly operates electrical testing equipment
• Utilizes drawings, prints, and instruction manuals to determine proper steps to be taken for equipment preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs; adheres to company drawing and documentation standards
• Performs preventive maintenance activities and work orders in a timely manner to maximize performance of plant equipment. Improves and modifies preventative maintenance activities as appropriate
• Uses continuous improvement tools, including breakdown elimination, to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause; documents, communicates, and implements corrective and preventative actions
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and orderly work area to ensure employee and food safety

The successful candidate(s) for this role will have the following qualifications:

• Possess a high school diploma or a GED
• Associates, technical degree or training is preferred
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience with electrical systems, PLC, motor and motion controls, SCADA systems, device and information networks, sensors, instrumentation equipment for manufacturing is required
• Previous mechanical/maintenance experience is preferred
• Previous food manufacturing experience is preferred
• Willing to work a flexible schedule as needed
• Able to read, understand, and follow documents such as safety policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and general instructions
• Working knowledge of general electrical safety
• Working knowledge of electrical schematics, power distribution and controls, motor and motor controls, PLC logic controls, HMIs, and other industrial controls
• Able to work both independently and on a team
• Works well with support personnel to maintain high standards for safety, quality, and reliability and drive improvements
• Able to make data driven decisions and engage others as appropriate
• Basic mathematical, statistical, and analytical skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Able to learn company specific computer systems, including maintenance enterprise system
• Desire to work in a constantly changing, progressive environment

Perform the following actions with our without reasonable accommodation:

• Lift floor to Knuckle 65 lbs. occasionally
• Lift 12" from floor to Knuckle 65 lbs. occasionally
• Push (static force) 50 lbs. occasionally
• Pull (static force) 50 lbs. occasionally
• Sitting Constantly
• Standing Constantly
• Walking Constantly
• Climb Stairs Frequently
• Climb Ladder Frequently
• Stooping/bending Frequently
• Squatting Frequently
• Reaching (forward and above shoulder level) Frequently
• Manual Dexterity Constantly