Controls Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of process controls for refineries
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Office Word and Excel
• Experience with system upgrades, enhancements, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with industry regulations and standards
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update existing Process Controls Automated Systems
• Provide troubleshooting support to I&E group for PID loop tuning and data analysis
• Provide production support and troubleshooting for changes to equipment configuration and production automation systems
• Participates in small, medium, and large capital project development activities and coordinates process control and SIS vendor activities for multiple assigned projects
• Responsible for interfacing between project team and site process control personnel for all assigned projects
• Participate in project PSM activities; MOC, PHA/HAZOP/LOPA, What If, Alarm Rationalization, etc.
• Participate in project process controls FAT, IFAT, SAT and HMI development
• Automated Reporting: Develop, configure, and maintain automated plant production reporting systems to provide real-time insights into production processes
• Data Integration: Collaborate with data sources across the plant to ensure seamless integration for accurate and comprehensive reporting
• Customization: Tailor automated reports to meet the specific needs of different stakeholders, providing relevant information for decision-making
• Network: Responsible for ensuring the reliability and security of the OT (Operational Technology) network infrastructure. Implement maintenance protocols to uphold network efficiency and minimize downtime
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for enhancing reporting capabilities and implement improvements to optimize data accuracy and visualization.
• Assist in implementation of High-Performance HMI Graphic philosophy for the existing control system interfaces
• Collaboration with Production Teams: Work closely with production teams to understand reporting requirements, ensure automated reports align with operational goals, and contribute to PLC automation initiatives.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of reporting configurations, changes, troubleshooting procedures, and PLC automation activities
• Any other duties as necessarily assigned by management.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• affordable medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• retirement savings plans for full-time and active employees
• flexible spending accounts
• life/AD&D insurance
• family life insurance
• employee assistance program
• career training and advancement
• discounted pork products
• employee referral bonuses
• wellness programs
• annual family events
• discount programs