Instrumentation & Controls Technician - 1st Shift

Instrumentation & Controls Technician – Immediate Hiring

Glanbia Performance Nutrition

Compensation for roles at Glanbia varies depending on a wide range of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Glanbia provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Illinois. This range may not be applicable to other locations. The hourly rate for Illinois based employees for this role is starting at $35.00/hour.

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, FSA, HSA, Life & Disability Insurance, 19 Days Paid Time Off and 6% 401K match.

Monday through Friday schedule – with Overtime opportunities.

1st Shift: 9:00am–5:30pm (with flexibility to work into the start of 2nd and 3rd shifts)

The Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation & Controls performs the preventive and reactive maintenance duties required for the manufacturing operations of the plant. Priorities of the role include the execution of PM schedules and repair of any components used to control and monitor manufacturing and utility equipment that is needed to maintain maximum production rates and maintenance of an adequate spare parts inventory.

The individual must have a solid background in controls in addition to strong troubleshooting skills. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends as required and fulfill on-call duties for repairs and assistance.

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues as they arise on the plant floor.
• Assist and consult with Management/Engineering on projects as needed.
• Install and configure electrical and/or controls equipment for retrofit or upgrade projects.
• Contact OEM for troubleshooting assistance/guidance.
• Lead instrumentation and controls preventative maintenance programs.
• Effectively contribute to CMMS performance through timely PM & Repair Work Order completion while ensuring compliance to safety and quality requirements.
• Partner with operations and engineering to improve equipment reliability.
• Effectively communicates all process and/or equipment changes to affected personnel.
• Provide basic electrical troubleshooting skills training for all maintenance techs to build electrical troubleshooting capability for the team and lead Instrumentation & Controls trainee program.
• Maintain and develop job skills through internal and external training programs.
• Stays current on field related technology, codes, standards, best practices, etc.
• Support and participate in process improvement teams and own maintenance related Go-See-Think-Do’s.
• Work with production staff to ensure the safe and reliable operation of plant equipment.
• Able to self-train and operate production equipment.
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure product quality is maintained.
• Wear all PPE as required within the Plant safety policy.
• Assist in implementation of new processes and data collection.
• Implement safety improvement projects.
• Own the equipment in their area and be a mentor to others.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• PLC program troubleshooting experience required
• Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platforms highly preferred
• Proficient using Electrical Test equipment:
  Voltmeter, Ammeter, ohm meter, Megger, etc.
• Advanced understanding of basic machine function and Sequence of Operations of production machinery.
• Experience with process instrumentation, specifically level, flow, & temperature
• Experience with VFDs, Servos, MCC’s, and other motor control platforms
• Experience with Ethernet networking and communication protocols such as Ether Net/IP & Device Net
• Experience in mechanical systems/pneumatics a plus
• Interpret electrical schematics and user manuals.
• Advanced knowledge of NEC.
• Advanced knowledge of UL508A and NFPA 79 codes preferred.
• Lock Out Tag Out Safety procedures.
• Arc Flash and PPE Requirements.
• Strong ability with time management and task prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical formulas.
• Knowledge of 3 Phase…