Senior Technician, Instrumentation Electrical, T24, 1st Shift

SC Johnson • Racine, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

SC Johnson is seeking a Senior Technician, Instrumentation Electrical to provide technical support across manufacturing operations, research and development, and facility support teams. The role calls for experience in process controls, PLCs, industrial automation, building management systems, and high-voltage electrical systems. The technician works with the Waxdale Central Services team and Processing and Production teams to provide technical support and knowledge transfer, and must be able to work independently with minimal supervision while troubleshooting and solving problems.

The position maintains and repairs electrical, electronic, instrumentation, and control systems and equipment. Duties include preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment installation and modification, instrumentation preventive maintenance, project leadership for electrical work, and troubleshooting facility and production equipment and industrial automation systems. The technician also uses SAP computerized maintenance management software to review maintenance history, identify parts and maintenance needs, and plan technician schedules. The position requires frequent physical activity, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, working on ladders or lifts, and working in confined spaces.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State of Wisconsin Master, Journeyman, or Industrial Journeyman License.
• Experience with Motor Control Centers and VFDs, including Allen-Bradley, Danfoss, and Square D.
• 480V voltage maintenance experience.
• Industrial PLC experience.
• Process control experience, including equipment calibrations.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry 50 pounds and perform frequent physical activity such as lifting, pushing, pulling, and standing.
• Ability to work on ladders and lifts and in tight or confined spaces.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with the Waxdale Central Services team, Processing Teams, and Production Teams.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in an electrical or mechanical field.
• SAP work-order management experience, including charging time and creating and closing work orders.
• Ability to solve recurring problems and complex technical issues and deliver solutions with limited technical support or supervisory approval.
• Competence in using blueprints and schematics and accurately making print changes when equipment is modified or repaired.
• Industrial servo drive systems experience.
• Experience training others in electrical/electronic systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and specialized testing equipment.
• Instrumentation technician experience with temperature sensors, level probes, flow meters, load cells, or similar equipment.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience running electrical conduit, wiring, and construction-type work.
• Building management systems experience.
• Computerized maintenance management system experience.

Responsibilities

• Audit and enforce organizational, OSHA, and other regulatory safety standards, procedures, and policies.
• Perform equipment preventive and predictive maintenance, repairs, installations, and modifications on electrical and electronic systems, circuits, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot facility and production equipment across the facility and support manufacturing operations, research and development, and facility support teams.
• Use SAP computerized maintenance management software to review equipment maintenance history, identify spare-parts requirements and preventive and corrective maintenance needs, and determine technician weekly schedule requirements.
• Execute, develop, and maintain instrumentation preventive maintenance activities.
• Lead projects involving electrical work.
• Troubleshoot industrial automation and control systems.
• Interpret and troubleshoot PLC program errors.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.

Benefits

• Compensation packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions, and profit sharing, depending on company profitability, job level, and years of service.
• Subsidized health care plans.
• Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Vacation purchase options.
• Recreation and fitness centers.
• Childcare.
• Counseling services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED