Maintenance Technician - Control & Instrumentation

About the Role

United Dairy Farmers is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Control & Instrumentation for our Ice Cream Plant located in Norwood, Ohio. This is a 1st shift position (7am - 3:30 pm).

Responsibilities

• Develop programs and perform changes for PLC-based control systems to implement defined control logic.
• Develop and modify programs for Human Machine Interface (HMI) software to meet interface requirements.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs of plant instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Implement process control solutions for process improvement and new projects.
• Consult with maintenance, operations, engineering, and management concerning process control and instrumentation.
• Assist operations management in identifying and improving plant electrical and controls equipment, process control methodology, and data tracking records (OpEx & OEE improvement).
• Evaluate and determine causes for equipment, procedural, and conditional control systems inefficiencies (RCAs & CARs).
• Develop cost-effective solutions for equipment issues and operational longevity.
• Specify, install, configure, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation, control systems, and electrical protection equipment.
• Respond calmly and think clearly in emergency situations; quickly access all areas of the plant.
• Schedule and coordinate field-related activities in conjunction with operations management.
• Ensure equipment and overall system processes meet expectations; provide QA/QC on PLC panels and field devices.
• Review with System Owner and provide technical verification of hardware and instrument installations per design documents.
• Inspect for quality of completed PLC panel hardware and instrumentation installations.
• Interface daily with construction personnel, facilities engineers, and other technicians to coordinate project work in a live running factory.
• Develop detailed work plans and FAT documentation under the guidance of the Intel system owner.
• Perform final QA/QC on installations as compared to design documents as an Intel representative.
• Strictly adhere to and enforce safety procedures as required by ORMAT, CAPP, and OSHA.
• Perform special projects and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in power production or similar process industries with hands-on experience in operations, maintenance, and project implementation (Allen Bradley experience preferred).
• Experience in installation and calibration of process control elements and electrical measurement devices.
• Ability to read and create process control documentation.
• Experience with similar industry SCADA systems and troubleshooting electrical and control systems.
• High level of confidentiality, initiative, and ability to work with minimal or no supervision.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a problem-solving environment.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet use.
• Strong technical writing skills, including the ability to write work plans for conversion work without unplanned impacts (e.g., rotating equipment, workarounds while PLCs are out of service, FATs).
• Ability to navigate clients' complexity systems and understand functionality on screens.
• Basic understanding of Allen Bradley PLCs, I/O, and Ethernet communication networks.
• Ability to coordinate/interpret P&IDs and SOOs.
• Understanding of overall system installation from a construction implementation standpoint.
• Troubleshooting of field devices and control hardware/software.
• Strong understanding of HVAC equipment and CHW/HW process systems and operation.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the areas of assignment, typically acquired through three to four years of high school with professional training and/or college courses in related fields.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English at a level permitting safe and efficient job performance.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to drive decisions and initiatives and deal effectively with ambiguity and uncertainty.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in plant operating areas, including exposure to noise, vibrations, heat, and cold.
• Ability to wear required protective equipment as mandated by safety procedures and regulations.
• Ability to climb ladders, work off elevated platforms and walkways, and work in confined spaces.
• Job requires sitting and/or standing for long periods with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to work at a computer and computer monitor and use repetitive motion for long periods.

Schedule

1st shift: 7am - 3:30 pm