Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Diamond Pet Foods is a family-owned business with their roots starting out in the mid-west since 1970. We are a leading manufacturer of premium pet food. At Diamond, we believe every pet, from purebred show animal to shelter puppy or kitten, is worthy of the best nutrition. We also believe every pet owner deserves a great value. We currently have 7 plants located within the United States.

Our Frontenac, Kansas facility is now accepting applications for a Full-Time Electrical & Instrumentation Technician position in the maintenance department for day shift. This is a Monday through Friday position 6a to 2:30p. Competitive wages and excellent benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid vacation/sick, paid holidays, paid life and AD&D insurance, boot vouchers, safety bonus', and 401k, profit sharing among others.

POSITION SUMMARY - Performs calibration, troubleshooting, repair, justification, modification, installation and maintenance of complex instrumentation and control systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot PLC code on new and existing equipment.
• Participate and coach others to maintain power and controls equipment
• Lead improvement projects and plant control upgrades
• Ability to operate high speed making, packing, and other production related equipment
• Make personal safety and safe operations a priority
• Maintain a clean work area and utilize Good Manufacturing Practices by following all quality specifications and performing quality inspections
• Know and use terminology and functions of machine components
• Quickly and effectively trouble shoot and repair plant equipment
• Develop and update electrical schematics for systems using AutoCAD
• Effectively coordinate sub-contractors performing technical work
• Other duties as required, in order to meet business needs

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED
• Two-year technical degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred
• Three years' experience supporting machine control systems preferred
• Solid understanding of Rockwell PLC hardware, PLC programming, VFDs, and HMI
• Solid understanding of servos, encoders, linear actuators, pneumatic equipment, and sensors
• Must be able to read and write English

JOB- RELATED COMPETENCIES

• Strong ability to access and comprehend technical manuals via the internet, and interact with external technical resources while addressing problems
• Effective team leadership skills including:
• Conflict resolution
• Problem solving (analytical troubleshooting processes)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Communication (effective listening, giving and receiving feedback)
• Time management
• Goal and priority setting
• Process improvement
• Organization
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to climb ladders and perform tasks on a ladder or at heights
• Ability to operate powered equipment (Fork Trucks / Scissor Lifts)
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
• Push / Pull up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather
• Able to walk and stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time

PAY - $28 / hr

SHIFT - M-F 6a-2:30p

LOCATION - 1601 W. McKay Street, Frontenac, KS 66763