Electrician / Instrument Technician 2A

About the role

Louis Dreyfus Company is seeking a skilled Maintenance – E&I Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing control and instrumentation systems, troubleshooting electrical systems, and performing various maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs control and instrumentation systems, including level transmitters, switches, probes, temperature transmitters, and associated wiring.
• Works with plant operations to accomplish tasks in a timely and safe manner.
• Notifies Maintenance Supervisors of any production, maintenance, or safety problems.
• Enforces Standard Operating Procedures, safety procedures, and rules, and adheres to GMP guidelines.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical systems and components, including variable speed drives, motors, and motor control equipment.
• Installs conduit, wiring, panels, controls, and other electrical components for machines and equipment.
• Installs and maintains light fixtures and related equipment.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of all related equipment and attends training classes when available.
• Applies root cause analysis theory and corrective action steps for continuous improvement.
• Supports plant management efforts for improving production efficiencies with electrical resources.
• Completes all required safety training and complies with all safety policies.
• Follows all department procedural policies and participates in team concept approach.
• Notifies supervisor and production management of product quality issues and shuts down equipment if product quality is out of specification.
• Maintains compliance with quality and GMP requirements; adheres to all equipment safety, quality, and GMP requirements.
• Completes work orders on all work performed. Enters actual time, parts, or material used onto each work order.
• Performs preventative maintenance tasks for equipment and facility in accordance with manufacturer's and/or engineering guidelines.
• Collaborates with manufacturing, quality control, and management to coordinate all Preventive Maintenance Tasks (PMs).
• Provides assistance to other maintenance employees as able and assigned.
• Affords support in the completion of capital and maintenance projects as able and assigned.
• Seeks opportunities to improve work processes and ensures they are completed safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
• Participates in company activities such as Safety Committees, Audit Committees, Employee Task Forces, etc., when requested.
• Works during shutdown times to complete work orders, using catwalks and/or ladders to clear conveyor chokes.
• Performs assigned overtime as needed.
• Drives Company utility vehicles as necessary to perform tasks assigned by plant management, including responding to emergencies and transporting materials.
• Completes tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Superintendent, other plant Superintendents, or Shift Supervisors.
• Participates in Shift/Team activities, including best practices, standard operating procedures, and development, maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participates in job-related training as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and components.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and components.
• Experience with pneumatic systems and components.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Completion of relevant certifications or training programs.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
• Understanding of GMP guidelines.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting and repair.
• Pneumatic troubleshooting and repair.
• Installation and maintenance of electrical and pneumatic systems.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision care coverage.
• Flexible spending account plans.
• Employee assistance program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Family-friendly benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Flexible work options (not applicable to all roles).

Pay

The salary range for this position is $XX - $YY per year. The actual salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, with some flexibility based on the needs of the plant.