Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Ingredion Inc,•South Sioux City, NE

30d•$30 - $40

About The Position

The Electrical and Instrumentation Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient performance of the automated plant processes, systems and lines, while supporting teamwork amongst all departments, at Ingredion's SSC Pea Protein Facility. They must be multi-crafted with a heavy emphasis on software and control systems. Their work includes on-line troubleshooting and repair, planned work, continuous improvement, capital projects, maintenance projects and training of other technicians and plant operators. Their activities are driven by area performance and planned work order requests.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; preferred training in controls, electrical, or electronics. Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Skilled in troubleshooting Rockwell PLC systems, interfacing with PLCs, scales, and display devices. Familiar with Allen Bradley, ABB, FactoryTalk drives, and various voltage systems (480V 3-phase to 24V single-phase). Must have a good understanding of interfacing with PLC's, scales and display devices.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; SAP experience is a plus. Familiar with food safety standards including GMP, HACCP, and SPC.
Experienced with industrial, electrical, and rigging tools. Able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in hot/wet environments with appropriate PPE.
Working knowledge of Allen Bradley, ABB and Factory Talk variable frequency drives and other common drives used in the field including a working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
Being a leader in safety, a safe worker who demonstrates concern for personal safety and the safety of others.
Demonstrating a willingness to participate in plant safety initiatives.
Being a leader in safety, a safe worker who demonstrates concern for personal safety and safety of others.
Ability to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. This person is occasionally required to sit. This person must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Proficient in the use of industrial mechanics tools, electrician's tools, instrumentation and controls tools and rigging/millwork tools.

Nice To Haves

SAP experience is a plus.
Familiar with food safety standards including GMP, HACCP, and SPC.

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to company, customer, and regulatory procedures for safety, quality, production, and cost efficiency; actively promote safety programs daily.
Perform troubleshooting, configuration, installation, documentation, checkout, and commissioning of instrumentation and valves.
Maintain detailed records of instrumentation work, including work orders, calibration and variance reports, and MOC documentation.
Maintain as-built documentation, calibrate pressure, flow, and temperature devices, and test PLC interlocks for proper operation.
Support the compliance with all plant regulatory, ISO, Quality, Food Safety systems, GMP policies, guidelines, standards and requirements, and train non-technical users on plant automation systems.
Install instruments and tubing, perform electrical tasks (e.g., wire terminations, conduit bending), and support equipment commissioning and process startups.

Benefits

401(k) fully matched up to the first 3%
Health, life, and disability insurance
Health savings account
Possibility for overtime
Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
Employee Discount Program - Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match

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