Instrumentation Controls Technician

Pay Range: $37.34-$39.82 per hour, depending on experience.

Shift & Start time: Night Shift; 6: 00 PM to 6: 00 AM, 12 Hour shifts, Weekends/Overtime as needed.

The Instrumentation Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair in support of the facility and production equipment. In this role, the technician will work with a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and controls. Superior logical-thinking and troubleshooting skills are critical. This position is critical to the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instrumental in implementing and maintaining the Preventative maintenance Program of all instrument controls systems and components.
• Determine by regular inspections the maintenance and repair work necessary to prevent breakdowns and major overhauls on instrument controls system and components.
• Implements and carries out proper procedures for troubleshooting of controls systems insuring that all equipment is expediently repaired to minimize down time and improve the overall operation efficiency of the plant.
• Instruct maintenance mechanics as to proper procedures for troubleshooting and basic repair of controls systems.
• Repair, calibrate, adjust and set equipment. Remove and install parts in accordance with trade practice and manufacturer/company specifications.
• Perform new equipment installations as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or the Maintenance Manager.

Required Experience and Skills:

• 3-5 years' experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance
• Experience with basic electrical systems, compressors, welding, ammonia systems, conveyers, gearing, hydraulics, packaging, PLC, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and pumps.
• Prior diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance experience
• Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) with the ability to write basic code and troubleshoot equipment issues using program logic.
• Working knowledge of Industrial Network and switch experience to include Ethernet controls
• Working knowledge of Electrical troubleshooting skills a must with experience on 24vac, 24vdc, 110vac, up to 480vac three phase.
• VFD programing and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with set up and calibration of various instruments including flowmeters, conductivity sensors, level sensors, and temperature sensors.

Preferred Experience:

• 2+ years of experience of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) with the ability to write basic code and troubleshoot equipment issues using program logic.
• 2+ years of electrical experience

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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