E&I Technician (Day Shift M-F)

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Primary Role: Applies electrical theory, instrumentation principles, robotics, PLCs, and electrical code to install, repair, calibrate, troubleshoot, and modify electrical, robotic, and automated control systems.

Secondary Role: Responsible for the set-up, adjustment, maintenance, and repair of automated, robotic, and electro-mechanical machinery used throughout the production facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adjust functional parts of machine devices, robotic cells, and control instruments including changeover and running adjustments
• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs industrial, electrical, instrumentational, and robotic systems.
• Diagnosing and recovering robotic systems including EOAT, safety circuits, vision systems, and peripheral equipment.
• PLC installation, basic programming, and troubleshooting of automated process systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, robotic layouts, and P&IDs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starters, and motor control center (MCC) components.
• Calibrate, loop-check, verify, and document process instrumentation (temperature, pressure, flow, level, etc.) to ensure signal integrity from field device to PLC/HMI.
• Provide technical electrical, instrumentation, and robotics expertise for plant operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance using eMaint/CMMS and document all work performed.
• Inspect equipment to detect wear, misalignment, failures, or process deviations.
• Remove and replace worn or defective electrical, robotic, and mechanical components.
• Train operators and technicians on safe operation of robotic and automated systems.
• Follow all GMPs, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with five (5) years industrial electrical and automation experience; robotics experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of motors, PLCs, industrial robotics (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Motoman, or similar), sensors, conveyors, and automated equipment.
• Ability to use hand and trade-type tools safely; strong attention to detail.
• Food manufacturing or regulated industry experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to use standard electrical test and calibration tools (e.g., DMM, loop calibrator) and maintain good hand-eye coordination.
• Proven record of ability to handle equipment safely and sensibly.
• Detail oriented, with the ability to make accurate measurements and sensitive adjustments to instruments and controls.
• Must be team-oriented with the ability to work with others and without direct supervision.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to adjust schedule to provide specialized electrical support through all shifts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to perform the following: standing, climbing, pulling, and/or pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning and stooping.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. frequently.
• Must wear the required personal protection equipment associated with the manufacturing environment.
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to climb up and down ladders
• Must be able to work at various heights