Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor

agp; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401k with company match

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life, disability insurance

HSA / FSA

Job summary

AG Processing Inc (AGP) in Saint Joseph, MO seeks an Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor to lead and optimize the plant's electrical and process control systems. This hands-on leadership role focuses on reliability, modernization, and safety in a complex refinery setting.

You will manage a team of maintenance technicians, troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs, drive capital projects from concept through installation, and develop training to enhance plant capabilities while maintaining documentation and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motor controls, PLCs and HMIs.
• Experience with instrumentation installation, repair, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

Motor controls

PLCs & HMIs

Process control systems

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

Instrumentation

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.

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 a compensation 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