E&I Technician: PLC & Calibration Expert | Day Shift

Perrigouk; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Quarterly bonus

Severance package

Job summary

Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Georgia, VT, is seeking an Instrument Technician to diagnose and troubleshoot plant control and automation systems. The role includes calibration, installation, and programming of PLCs, with a focus on minimizing downtime during the day shift (6am-6pm EST) on a biweekly 2/2/3 schedule.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay starting at $29.40/hour plus a 15% shift premium, and full-time, at-will employment.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a high school diploma or GED.
• Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology strongly preferred, or equivalent training/experience.
• Proficiency in SLC/PLC programming and hardware architecture for troubleshooting and design tasks.
• Proficient in calibration and maintenance of electronic/pneumatic instrumentation, controls and PLC systems.
• Ability to read/write/understand English to follow safety protocols and SOPs.
• Must meet all local training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate instrumentation and maintain calibration documentation.
• Install, maintain, repair and troubleshoot plant control systems and equipment.
• Define instrumentation requirements and troubleshoot power and control systems.
• Review system drawings and equipment manuals.
• Operate interface devices for PLCs and computers for program changes.
• Write and debug PLC programs; interface with vendors as needed.
• Assist in training of others; document work per SOPs.

Skills

Instrumentation calibration

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Documentation

Test equipment usage

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SLC/PLC hardware architecture

Industrial test equipment

Job description

Perrigo Nutritionals, located in Georgia, VT, is seeking an Instrument Technician to diagnose and troubleshoot plant control and automation systems. The role includes calibration, installation, and programming of PLCs, with a focus on minimizing downtime during the day shift (6am-6pm EST) on a biweekly 2/2/3 schedule.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay starting at $29.40/hour plus a 15% shift premium, and full-time, at-will employment.