Instrumentation Technician

Unilever•Independence, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrumentation Technician at Unilever’s Knorr factory in Independence, Missouri, installs, calibrates, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and electronic assemblies and systems. The work includes high-speed production monitoring and controls, VFDs, PLCs, motion systems, vision systems, and related components. This is a direct-hire, full-time position in a union environment, scheduled for D shift: 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday. The listed pay rate is $40.22, with weekly pay periods. The technician supports manufacturing and utility systems by diagnosing failures, maintaining instrumentation and controls, commissioning equipment, and documenting maintenance work. The role works with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve reliability and efficiency while following safety, food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Employment is subject to verification of prescreening tests, which may include drug screening, physical examination, and background checks. Unilever states that it is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all walks of life.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in electrical and mechanical training, equivalent technical experience, or military technical training.
Controls and Automation experience is mandatory.
Strong critical and analytical thinking, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analog, digital, and mechanical skills.
Experience using voltage and current meters, current generators, hand tools, and small power tools.
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational training.
Experience with PLCs such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens, HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, instrumentation, and automated manufacturing equipment.
Experience in food, beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or other highly automated manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical schematics, P&IDs, control drawings, and equipment documentation to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Diagnose and repair electrical, controls, instrumentation, and mechanical issues on manufacturing and utility systems to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
Troubleshoot electrical systems from 24VDC to 480VAC, including motors, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, relays, contactors, and power distribution equipment.
Use diagnostic and test equipment, including multimeters, loop calibrators, power supplies, process simulators, and specialized instrumentation.
Install, configure, commission, and validate electrical and control systems.
Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial instrumentation, including pressure, flow, level, temperature, pH, conductivity, and other process measurement devices.
Identify control system, instrumentation, and equipment performance issues; isolate faults and implement sustainable solutions.
Support continuous improvement, reliability, and productivity initiatives through root cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and process optimization.
Maintain compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements during maintenance and engineering activities.
Document repairs, modifications, and calibration activities in CMMS and maintenance records.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve equipment performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.