Power and Controls Manager, Decatur

Position Summary

The Power and Controls Manager oversees all electrical systems, instrumentation, and controls within the corn wet milling facility. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical infrastructure, supports production goals, and leads a team of electricians and technicians. The manager drives preventive maintenance, compliance with regulatory standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Leadership & Team Management: manage 25–30 employees, supervise and develop the electrical maintenance team, schedule and prioritize work orders to minimize downtime, and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Electrical Systems Management: develop, implement, and audit the electrical planning landscape; maintain and troubleshoot plant electrical systems (motors, MCCs, VFDs, transformers, switch gear); oversee instrumentation and control systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA); ensure reliability of power distribution and backup systems.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: develop and implement electrical PM programs, utilizing infrared thermography, motor testing, and other predictive tools to prevent failures.
• Compliance & Safety: ensure adherence to NFPA 70E, OSHA, and local electrical codes; maintain documentation for audits and inspections; lead electrical safety training; manage electrical aspects of capital projects and plant upgrades; collaborate with engineering on design and installation of new equipment.
• Budget & Inventory Control: manage the electrical maintenance budget and spare parts inventory for critical components; size electrical circuits, cables, lighting, protection, and telephony systems; act as equipment inspector to certify electrical and automation equipment for projects.
• Commissioning and Technical Support: commission, test, and start up electrical equipment, automation systems, and instruments; apply knowledge of automation technology at the maintenance level; provide technical support to plant operations and maintenance areas; apply tools such as MOC, PSSRs, and commissioning procedures.
• Collaboration & Availability: participate and coordinate with the Power & Control group, electrical engineering, and capital project teams; be available 24/7, including nights and weekends, to respond to plant emergencies.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience:
  
  5+ years in industrial electrical maintenance, preferably in food or chemical manufacturing.
• Technical Knowledge: strong knowledge of power distribution, PLC programming, instrumentation, automation principles, and CMMS systems (SAP preferred).
• Leadership: proven leadership and team development skills.
• Reliability Practices: familiarity with RCAS, 5 WHY, Fishbone.
• Technology: experience with projects, maintenance, assembly, commissioning, and startup.
• Software: proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of maintenance tools (MOC, PSSRs).
• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  Professional Engineer (PE) license (optional), NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certification, PLC/DCS programming certifications.

Annual pay range: $ – $ and is bonus eligible.

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture and career development opportunities

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.