Instrumentation Technician - Columbus, NE

Archer Daniels Midland•Columbus, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ADM is seeking an Instrumentation Technician for its Columbus, Nebraska facilities. The role offers hands-on experience at wet milling and dry grind processing facilities and a co-generation facility. The technician maintains, calibrates, repairs, and supports instrumentation and process-control equipment, and may help install or modify electrical equipment and control programs. The position requires a strong commitment to workplace safety, ongoing technical development, and collaboration with colleagues and management.

Requirements

Associate degree and/or a minimum of 3 to 5 years of industrial or commercial instrumentation experience; a two-year degree is also specified as required.
Ability to run conduit, troubleshoot, and read blueprints.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds; standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods; squatting or kneeling; climbing stairs or ladders; operating vibrating equipment, power tools, or assistive transfer devices; gripping, grasping, pinching, and reaching overhead; and working in heat, cold, dust, and other environmental conditions.
Basic computer knowledge.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, and ability to collaborate with colleagues and management teams to complete assignments on time.
Willingness to improve technical skills through on-the-job and/or outside training.
Willingness to work shifts and weekends as needed.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Commitment to company safety procedures and a zero-injury culture.
Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

Electrical experience.
Knowledge of ladder logic controls.
Electrical or instrumentation education.

Responsibilities

Diagnose panel malfunctions.
Calibrate, replace, or repair electrical and electronic monitoring equipment, including flow meters, control valves, pH monitors, and pressure and level transmitters.
Develop or modify computer programs for process-control functions.
Build or modify equipment such as alarms, timers, and related devices.
Assist with the installation and wiring of new or modified electrical equipment.
Maintain accurate knowledge of equipment manuals, publications, files, programs, and production processes.
Follow company safety procedures and contribute to ADM’s goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.
Continue developing plant and technical knowledge through on-the-job or outside training and career-enhancement opportunities.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage, dental and vision insurance, and access to an on-site wellness center or gym reimbursement, as applicable.
Flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
401(k) with matching contributions and a cash balance plan.
Discounted employee stock purchasing program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Workers’ compensation, legal assistance, and identity theft protection.
Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and colleague giving programs.
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.