Instrumentation / Automation Specialist

Lousville, KY
Full Time
Manufacturing
Experienced

The Instrumentation / Automation Specialist will have strong troubleshooting skills, be well-versed in plant operations, be able to deal with complex situations and provide and solve guidance. Work with the maintenance team and in a mechanics capacity when needed.

Instrumentation / Automation Specialist Principal Responsibilities:

  • Use Root Cause analysis to correctly repair process equipment.
  • Minimize plant downtime.
  • Quickly react to department in order of priority in need of service.
  • Manage program of mass meter calibrations/Temperature transmitters and pressure sensors.
  • Utilize 5S strategy for an organized approach to troubleshooting.
  • Track critical spares of controls elements of the operation (VFD’s, Input/Output card, etc.).
  • Daily plant inspections – walk the production lines and check in with Maintenance Lead.
  • Analyze Process Flow - Review P&ID’s.
  • Ensure that all work is done safely, on time, with high-quality results, effective cost management, and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Troubleshoot abilities with PLC’s, VFD’s, Electrical, and Pneumatics.
  • Coordinate with Controls Contractors – installation process improvements and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to use process meters and diagnose complex issues utilizing data.
  • Manage new equipment installations – utilizing MOC.
  • Ensure that facilities are maintained and improved as required, including good housekeeping, general appearance, landscaping, and routine maintenance.
  • Participate in the plant safety program and attend safety team meetings.
  • Calibration of Micro Motion Mass Meters, pH meters, Temperature, Pressure, and vacuum gauges.
  • Troubleshoot ladder logic.
  • Ability to review, solve problems, and implement ideas in production HMI’s and source code.
  • Utilize VPN for select contractors for finding solutions.
  • Become familiar with ATEX system repairs.
  • Plant network infrastructure troubleshooting – Printers, CPUs, switches, cameras.
  • Code changes as approved by Plant Manager.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Competency Requirements:

  • Integrity/Ethics
  • Work Environment/Safety
  • Quality

Skill Requirements:

  • Ability to make decisions quickly and effectively while utilizing discretion and good judgment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required; demonstrated team player.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with pressured deadlines.
  • Food experience preferred.

Physical Demands:

  • On call 24/7 as plant and schedule requires. Daily hours may fluctuate as production needs warrant.
  • Minimal travel required.
Benefits include:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Short-term and long-term medical
  • Tuition Assistance

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You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
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