Electrician / Instrument Technician

Louis Dreyfus Company•Port Allen, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally. Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions Responsible for the repair and troubleshooting of the electrical systems including but are not limited to, variable speed drives, motors and motor controls, troubleshooting PLCs in regard to inputs and outputs. Preferred to be familiar with power distribution systems and 13.8kv switchgear Light instrumentation needed, 4- 20 gate positions, analog input to PLC's, Modbus, and pneumatics Works with plant operations to accomplish all tasks in a timely and safe manner. Notifies Maintenance Supervisors of any production, maintenance or safety problems. Knows, observes and enforces all Standard Operating Procedures, safety procedures and rules, environmental practices and GMP guidelines. Responsible for troubleshooting and repair of all electrical systems and components in the facility. Install conduit, wiring, panels, controls and other electrical components for machines and equipment. Install and maintain light fixtures and related equipment. Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment. Makes the necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality. Mains thorough knowledge of all related equipment and attends training classes when available. Applies root cause analysis theory and corrective action steps for continuous improvement. Supports plant management efforts for improving production efficiencies with electrical resources. Completes all required safety training and complies with all safety policies. Follows all department procedural policies and participates in team concept approach. Notifies supervisor and production management of product quality issues and shuts down equipment if product quality is out of specification. Performs maintenance tasks to ensure compliance with quality and GMP requirements; always adheres to all equipment safety, quality, and GMP requirements. Completes work orders on all work performed. Enters actual time, parts, or material used onto each work order. Performs preventative maintenance tasks for equipment and facility in accordance with manufacturer's and/or engineering guidelines. Company Conformance Statements In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public. Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company. Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy. SHE Responsibilities Mains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules, and procedures. Ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to. Completes required training for jobs and tasks prior to being assigned work. Ensures area is maintained in orderly and safe manner. Promptly reports unsafe working conditions to management and communicates potential hazards. Promptly reports all incidents to management as soon as practicable; no later than 24 hours from time of incident. Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Requirements

Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and industrial processing machinery.
Knowledge of PLC, Instrumentation, Ladder Logic, MCC’s and Electrical systems.
Ability to recall and apply simple or routine rules and/or procedures.
Comprehension: listen to directions, follow instructions, pay attention to details.
Commitment to excellence in quality, viewing each customer brand as the most important customer.
Communicate effectively at all times with co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with power distribution systems and 13.8kv switchgear.
Demonstrated extensive knowledge of 4-20ma loops.
Demonstrated knowledge of instrumentation calibration: Rosemount, Fisher, and Foxboro.
Experience with Allen Bradley logic PLC programming.
Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

Repair and troubleshoot electrical systems including variable speed drives, motors, and motor controls.
Troubleshoot PLCs regarding inputs and outputs.
Perform light instrumentation tasks, including 4-20 gate positions, analog input to PLCs, Modbus, and pneumatics.
Work with plant operations to accomplish tasks safely and in a timely manner.
Notify Maintenance Supervisors of production, maintenance, or safety problems.
Observe and enforce Standard Operating Procedures, safety procedures, rules, environmental practices, and GMP guidelines.
Troubleshoot and repair all electrical systems and components in the facility.
Install conduit, wiring, panels, controls, and other electrical components for machines and equipment.
Install and maintain light fixtures and related equipment.
Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
Make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
Maintain thorough knowledge of all related equipment and attend training classes.
Apply root cause analysis theory and corrective action steps for continuous improvement.
Support plant management efforts for improving production efficiencies with electrical resources.
Complete all required safety training and comply with all safety policies.
Follow all department procedural policies and participate in a team concept approach.
Notify supervisor and production management of product quality issues and shut down equipment if product quality is out of specification.
Perform maintenance tasks to ensure compliance with quality and GMP requirements.
Adhere to all equipment safety, quality, and GMP requirements.
Complete work orders on all work performed, entering actual time, parts, or material used.
Perform preventative maintenance tasks for equipment and facility according to guidelines.
Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates, and the general public.
Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.
Maintain good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules, and procedures.
Ensure all applicable requirements are adhered to.
Complete required training for jobs and tasks prior to being assigned work.
Ensure area is maintained in an orderly and safe manner.
Promptly report unsafe working conditions to management and communicate potential hazards.
Promptly report all incidents to management as soon as practicable, no later than 24 hours from the time of the incident.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage
Flexible spending account plans
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Disability coverage
401k with Company Match
Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave
Fertility and family building benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays