Electrical Control Technician

Ingredion Incorporated; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 43,051 - 61,315; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

401K Plan with company match

Safety Shoe Allotment

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in Indianapolis seeks an Electrical Control Technician passionate about troubleshooting and equipment maintenance in a manufacturing environment. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining industrial control systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, relevant technical experience, and a commitment to workplace safety. Benefits include a rotating shift schedule, competitive hourly rate, and comprehensive insurance packages.

Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience with medium voltage.
• Ability to read and understand labels, blueprints, and schematics accurately.
• Knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and repairs of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Wire, troubleshoot, and perform phase rotation verification for electric motors.
• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial and motor control hardware.
• Demonstrate safe work habits and proper care for tools.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Adaptability to rotating shifts

Strong computer skills (UKG, SAP, Excel, Outlook)

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA certification

Tools

PLC

VFD

Job description

Overview

Electrical Control Technicians who are passionate about troubleshooting equipment within a manufacturing environment. Join a global leader with a commitment to safety and growth.

What You Will Do

• Wire, troubleshoot, and perform phase rotation verification for single- and three-phase electric motors.
• Troubleshoot standard control circuits (24VDC, 120VAC, etc.) and process signals (0-10VDC, 4-20mA, etc.).
• Install (in-kind), troubleshoot, and maintain industrial and motor control hardware, including sensors, operators, indicators, electro-mechanical relays, etc.
• Troubleshoot and replace sacrificial parts (fuses, overloads, etc.) on both energized (≤120VAC and ≤24VDC) and de-energized (>120VAC and >24VDC) circuits.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain application-specific controllers (smart relays, smart timers, process meters, scale controllers, CEMs, etc.).
• Verify and troubleshoot discrete and analog signals at all points, including and between the control system interface and the field device (valves, instrumentation, etc.).
• Perform adjustments (span, trim, etc.) and setpoint changes on field devices that do not require the use of a field communicator or other specialty interface.
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic and electro-pneumatic hardware and systems used for the control and actuation of control valves and other pneumatically controlled hardware.
• Understand and comply with all OSHA, state/provincial, and local codes. Participate in plant training and safety programs.
• Demonstrate safe work habits and proper care for tools and equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Knowledge or experience with medium voltage
• Experience with PLCs and VFDs
• Must be able to complete pre-employment assessments as required
• Must be able to pass a background check for education, work history, and criminal record
• Must be able to successfully pass a physical and drug screen as applicable by local government
• Knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and repairs of common mechanical systems found in an industrial manufacturing facility that require instrumentation.
• Ability to read and understand labels, blueprints, schematics, job site maps/directions, instruction manuals and/or written instructions accurately.
• Read, write, and speak English (required)
• OSHA certification (desirable)
• Strong computer skills (UKG, SAP, Excel, Outlook) (desirable)
• Union background (desirable)

Who You Are

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Adaptability to rotating shifts and willingness to work overtime as needed
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with safety standards

Benefits

• Schedule: Rotating shifts (8-hour); willingness to work different shifts and overtime
• Hourly Rate: $37.88
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, and Health Savings Account (HSA) effective the first of the month post-hire
• 401K Plan: Up to 3% match, plus an additional 3.5% company contribution
• Safety Shoe Allotment: $250

No relocation available. This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on responsibilities, education, experience, and other factors. This description may be amended at any time.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We will not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other classifications protected by law. Ingredion provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities during the hiring process as needed.