ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN

Grain Processing Corporation; Washington (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smoke-free workplace

12-hour rotating shift schedule

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation in Washington, Indiana seeks an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to support safe, reliable operation of critical manufacturing systems. You will analyze, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs, DCS, motor control centers, and power distribution, collaborating with maintenance and operations teams.

Qualifications include an associate degree or 3+ years in industrial electrical/instrumentation, experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and VFDs, and NEC/code knowledge.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 3+ years of manufacturing electrical/instrumentation experience.
• Experience troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLC systems (prefer Allen-Bradley).
• Knowledge of process control instrumentation, calibration, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair process control instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Program, configure, modify, and document PLCs, DCS, and control systems.
• Safely energize/de-energize distribution systems (120V to 13.8kV).
• Service electronic equipment by testing components and replacing faulty parts.
• Install/maintain power distribution equipment, MCCs, and wiring.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to resolve equipment issues.

Skills

PLC programming

DCS troubleshooting

Electrical theory

NEC knowledge

VFD installation

Troubleshooting

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Education

Associate degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology/Electrical Engineering Technology/Instrumentation Technology or related

3+ years of relevant electrical/instrumentation experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

P&IDs / schematics

Job description

Grain Processing Corporation ("GPC"), a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family of companies, has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join our team in Washington, Indiana. At GPC, your expertise directly supports the safe, reliable operation of critical manufacturing systems that help power our business every day. You'll work alongside skilled maintenance and operations professionals to solve complex technical challenges, improve plant performance, and contribute to a culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Washington, IN.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and repair process control instrumentation, electrical equipment, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), and power distribution equipment.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, specifications, and work instructions supporting emergency and planned maintenance activities.
• Program, configure, modify, document, and properly save changes associated with DCS, PLCs, and other proprietary control systems.
• Perform work requiring a thorough understanding of electrical theory, statutory codes, material properties, and operating principles of electrical equipment.
• Safely energize and de-energize electrical distribution systems including 120V single-phase, 480V three-phase, 4160V three-phase, and 13.8kV three-phase systems.
• Service electronic equipment by testing, diagnosing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and related devices.
• Install, maintain, and repair communication cables, power distribution equipment, motor control centers (MCCs), and branch circuits.
• Size, lay out, install, and repair threaded conduit and wiring systems.
• Perform all work in accordance with applicable safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with fellow Electrical & Instrumentation Technicians, Mechanical Maintenance Technicians, and Production Operators to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, efficiency, and operational performance.

Education

Preferred:

• Associate degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Technology, or a related technical field.

OR

Required:

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant electrical and instrumentation experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLC systems, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Knowledge of process control instrumentation, calibration, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Experience with Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) installation, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems including:
  • 24VDC control systems
  • 120V single-phase systems
  • 480VAC distribution systems
  • 4160VAC distribution systems
  • 13.8kV three-phase power systems
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and principles related to industrial equipment operation.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Travel

• Up to 10% travel.

Additional Information

• Smoke-free and tobacco-free workplace.
• This position follows a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.