Electrical Control Technician

About the role

Join Ingredion, a global powerhouse transforming lives through the potential of natural ingredients. As an Electrical Control Technician, you’ll be part of a unionized team working rotating shifts at our Indianapolis plant, operating 24/7, 365 days a year.

Responsibilities

• Wire, troubleshoot, and perform phase rotation verification for single- and three-phase electric motors.
• Troubleshoot standard control circuits (24VDC, 120VAC, etc.) and process signals (0-10VDC, 4-20mA, etc.).
• Install (in-kind), troubleshoot, and maintain industrial and motor control hardware, including sensors, operators, indicators, electro-mechanical relays, etc.
• Troubleshoot and replace sacrificial parts (fuses, overloads, etc.) on both energized (≤120VAC and ≤24VDC) and de-energized (>120VAC and >24VDC) circuits.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain application-specific controllers (smart relays, smart timers, process meters, scale controllers, CEMs, etc.).
• Verify and troubleshoot discrete and analog signals at all points, including and between the control system interface and the field device (valves, instrumentation, etc.).
• Perform adjustments (span, trim, etc.) and setpoint changes on field devices that do not require the use of a field communicator or other specialty interface.
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic and electro-pneumatic hardware and systems used for the control and actuation of control valves and other pneumatically controlled hardware.
• Understand and comply with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes.
• Participate in plant training and safety programs.
• Demonstrate safe work habits and proper care for tools and equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (required)

Knowledge or experience with medium voltage

Experience with PLCs and VFDs

Must be able to complete pre-employment assessments as required

Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record

Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government

Knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and repairs of common mechanical systems found in an industrial manufacturing facility that require instrumentation

Ability to read and understand labels, blueprints, schematics, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals and/or written instructions accurately

Read, write, and speak English (required)

OSHA certification (desirable)

Strong computer skills (UKG, SAP, Excel, Outlook) (desirable)

Union background (desirable)

Qualifications

Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Adaptability to rotating shifts and willingness to work overtime as needed

Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with safety standards

Skills

• Knowledge of medium voltage
• Experience with PLCs and VFDs
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain industrial and motor control hardware
• Ability to read and understand technical documents and schematics
• Ability to perform adjustments and setpoints on field devices
• Understanding of OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes
• Ability to work safely and follow safety protocols

Benefits

Effective the first of the month post-hire - medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, plus a Health Savings Account (HSA) 401K Plan: Up to 3% match, plus an additional 3.5% contribution

Pay

$37.88 hourly rate

Schedule

Rotating shifts (8-hour) with the possibility of overtime

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K Plan with a competitive company match

Relocation

No