Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor

AGP Ag Processing Inc; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

AGP Ag Processing Inc seeks an Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor to lead a team responsible for PLCs, HMIs, and plant electrical systems at the St. Joseph refinery. You will drive reliability, modernization, and safe operation in a hands-on leadership role.

The role requires 3+ years with industrial electrical systems and PLC programming, plus a technical degree is preferred. Expect collaboration with management, engineers, and external partners in a high-impact manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs, HMIs, and process control systems.
• Experience with instrumentation installation, repair, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience with training and mentoring others.
• Solid project management skills with multiple priorities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication with management, vendors, and consultants.
• Comfortable using computer hardware, software, spreadsheets, databases, and technical applications.
• Committed to evolving technologies and safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Maintenance Technicians.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and process control systems.
• Drive system improvements from concept through installation.
• Plan calibrations, inspections, and preventive maintenance with proper documentation.
• Coordinate projects with contractors, vendors, and leadership.
• Design and deliver training programs for PLC, HMI, and electrical systems.
• Maintain technical documentation and change records.
• Support capital planning with cost estimates and recommendations.
• Ensure safety and compliance with prescribed procedures.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

Motor controls

PLCs

HMIs

Process control systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Tools

PLC programming

Instrumentation

Hydraulic & pneumatic control

Job description

Ag Processing Inc (AGP) seeking a highly skilled Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Supervisor to lead, develop, and optimize the electrical and process control systems at our St. Joseph refinery. This is a hands-on leadership role for a technically strong professional who enjoys solving complex problems, mentoring talent, and driving continuous improvement in a safety-focused manufacturing environment.

In this role, you'll have direct influence over plant reliability, modernization efforts, and system performance - working closely with management, engineering, and external partners to ensure safe, efficient, and innovative operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a team of Maintenance Technicians, overseeing daily activities, scheduling, and performance.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, process control systems, instrumentation, and industrial electrical equipment.
• Drive system improvements by supporting new electrical and process control projects from concept through installation.
• Plan and execute calibrations, inspections, and preventive maintenance with accurate documentation and compliance.
• Coordinate projects with contractors, vendors, and plant leadership to minimize downtime and maximize reliability.
• Design and deliver training programs for PLC, HMI, and electrical systems to strengthen plant capabilities.
• Maintain technical documentation, including prints, control system configurations, and system change records.
• Support capital planning by researching E&I equipment, developing cost estimates, and making recommendations.
• Ensure safety and compliance by following prescribed procedures and promoting a strong safety culture.

What We're Looking For

• Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs, HMIs, and process control systems.
• Experience with instrumentation installation, repair, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience, with the ability to train and mentor others.
• Solid project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to work effectively with management, vendors, and consultants.
• Comfortable using computer hardware, software, spreadsheets, databases, and technical applications.
• Committed to staying current with evolving technologies and best practices.
• Safety-focused mindset with a proactive approach to risk reduction.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required ; technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience working with industrial electrical and motor control systems, including PLC programming (or equivalent experience)

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead critical systems in a complex, high-impact operation.
• Hands-on role with significant influence over plant performance and modernization.
• Collaborative environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.
• Stable operation with ongoing investment in technology and people.

If you're ready to take ownership of plant electrical and instrumentation systems and lead a skilled team in a dynamic industrial environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Who We Are

AGP is a cooperatively-owned agribusiness engaged in procuring, processing, marketing, and transporting of oilseeds, grains, and related products. Since our creation in 1983, AGP has grown in size, scope, and reputation – both in the U.S. and internationally. Our company has become the largest soybean processing cooperative in the world and has a diverse set of products, which includes renewable fuels, vegetable oil refining, ag products/grain, and international operations. AGP values its employees by offering competitive pay and acompensation package that includes:

• 100% employer funded pension plan
• 401k (Roth and traditional options) with a company match
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Health savings account, medical and dependent care flex spending accounts
• Paid time off