Instrumentation and Electrical Technician - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Decatur, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation and Electrical Technician at ADM’s Decatur East Plant uses developed technical skills to carry out predictive, preventive, and planned maintenance programs supporting plant power, motor control, process control, and pneumatic systems. The technician troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment issues, proposes and implements repairs—including work not included in planned maintenance—and communicates job status through the maintenance management system, verbal updates, or written communications. The role follows plant safety and operating guidelines and electrical safety and maintenance practices. The position supports food safety and quality systems and good manufacturing practices, and uses the maintenance management system to plan work and record maintenance activities. Work is performed in a manufacturing facility and may involve dust, chemicals, temperature extremes, inclement weather, and high noise levels. The role has physical demands that include lifting, walking, frequent bending or kneeling, using tools and test equipment, and working at heights. This is a salaried, non-exempt position. The posting does not provide a numeric pay range.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of AC/DC circuit theory.
Basic knowledge of process sensors and transmitters.
Basic knowledge of electrical safety devices such as breakers and fuses.
Demonstrated safe work behavior and a sincere desire to follow and improve safety policies and procedures.
Two to four years of instrumentation experience and/or an equivalent degree or schooling in an industrial or commercial setting.
Ability to run conduit, troubleshoot, and read blueprints.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate with colleagues and management teams to complete assignments in a timely manner.
Willingness to improve technical skills through on-the-job and/or outside training.
Willingness to work shifts and weekends as needed.
Extensive knowledge and experience with the Maximo computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Detailed understanding of food manufacturing plant operations and maintenance.
Ability to meet the physical requirements, including lifting and carrying materials and equipment, traversing the facility, working in varied positions, and working at heights.
Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, propose, and implement repairs for electrical power and control equipment and process control components, working independently or as part of a team.
Apply standard electrical work practices and guidelines, including applicable National Electrical Code and IEEE standards, to deliver quality and compliant work.
Use the maintenance management system to facilitate job plans and record maintenance activities on plant assets.
Understand and contribute to food safety and quality systems, actively participate in food safety efforts, and ensure activities conform to good manufacturing practices.
Use the Performance Excellence process.
Communicate job status through the maintenance management system, verbally, or in writing.
Follow company safety procedures, plant safety and operating guidelines, and electrical safety and maintenance practices.

Benefits

Medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage.
On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
Flexible spending accounts and health savings account.
401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan.
Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Workers’ compensation.
Legal assistance and identity theft protection.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Paid time off, including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.
Overtime pay for qualifying overtime hours for hourly and salaried non-exempt employees.