Electrical Instrument Technician

International Flavors and Fragrances; Kansas; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances is seeking a technician in Kansas responsible for the repair, calibration, and installation of electrical instrumentation and control systems. This role includes performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting equipment failures.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant technical qualification and knowledge of ISO management systems. We value diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in repairing and calibrating electrical instrumentation and control systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 management systems.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with management and team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks for electrical instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures in the electrical and instrumentation area.
• Maintain accurate logs for spare parts usage and equipment history.

Skills

Electrical instrumentation

Control devices

Mechanical repairs

Troubleshooting

Maintenance record keeping

Education

Relevant technical qualification

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the repair, calibration, and installation of electrical instrumentation, and control devices or systems of IFF Danisco USA Inc. As well as providing maintenance assistance on mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to the following:

1. Ensure operation of company electrical, instrumentation, and control equipment by performing routine and preventive maintenance tasks, calibration and instrumentation tuning, repairs, rebuilds, and proper installation of new equipment in a safe manner. This includes providing proper record keeping, especially of all safety checks.
2. Serve as a support person to other departments by trouble‐shooting equipment failures in the electrical and instrumentation area. This will also include providing input to resolve process difficulties or design deficiencies.
3. Provide documentation for preventive maintenance performed, spare parts required, and calibration schedules.
4. Provide mechanical repairs and inspection as needed.
5. Update equipment history files as work is performed on equipment. Responsible for noting, on Maintenance bluelines, electrical wiring diagrams, control schematics or P & ID drawings, any changes, modifications made to the process systems. Maintain accurate spare parts usage log.
6. Keep work area clean and provide assistance in cleaning entire shop area.
7. Communicate work pending or requiring attention to management and/or to next shift, technician.
8. Ensure adherence to all management systems including, ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 and Food Safety, with an understanding of DuPont's Quality and Environmental Policies and procedures. Responsible that these policies and procedures are implemented throughout the organization and all related activities under the position's jurisdiction.
9. Responsible for entering, referencing and closing out maintenance work orders in the host system.
10. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
11. Compliance with applicable company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required.
12. Other functions as required (non‑essential functions).

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more