Electronic Control Technician

American Crystal Sugar Company; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical on day one

Dental coverage

401K match

Pension

Job summary

American Crystal Sugar Company is seeking an Electronic Control Technician to install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain control instrumentation for beet and sugar processing. The role requires setting up DeltaV/RS III systems and optimizing control loops for reliable operation.

Candidates should have a two-year technical degree and at least three years in instrument/electronic work. Strong Windows skills and clear communication are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree required.
• Minimum three years instrument or electronic experience.
• Must pass Skills and Aptitude tests and Safety Screen.
• Must be computer literate in Windows and basic software.
• Effective written and verbal communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install control networks and program DeltaV and RS III software and related hardware.
• Optimize control loops for efficient operation of processing systems.
• Collaborate with operations to understand parameters and ensure effective maintenance.
• Advise on process adjustments based on operating data and conditions.
• Understand equipment operating principles and fundamentals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

DeltaV

RS III

Job description

Entry Level $37.38 with possible progression to $40.99

Rotating 12-hour shift schedule.

Benefits Day One:Medical, Free Dental, 401K Match plus a Pension and More!

The Electronic Control Technician is primarily responsible for installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining control instrumentation systems for beet and sugar processing systems. As ECT, candidates should be able to install, set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain a wide variety of instrumentation and control throughout the Factory.

The principle accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Technician will install control networks and program the Delta V and RS III distributive control software including other associated hardware.
• Optimize the performance of control loops to ensure the efficient operation of the various processing systems.
• Work closely with operations gaining a detailed understanding of operating parameters ensuring that maintenance interventions are both appropriate and effective.
• Advise operations of process adjustment so the operating practices can be adjusted correspondingly.
• The Technician is required to understand equipment and system operating principles and fundamentals.

Job Requirements:

• Candidate must, at a minimum, have a 2-year technical degree
• The candidate must have minimum of three (3) years of instrument shop/Electronic experience in all required instrumentation fields
• Incumbents will be required to pass a Skills and Aptitude tests and Safety Screen.
• Must be computer literate possessing strong keyboarding skills, be able to navigate in a Windows Operating Environment, and must be competent in the use of a word processing software program.
• Able to read, write and communicate effectively.

Compensation Range:

$40.99 - $40.99 /hr

Benefits Include:

Our benefits include eligibility for comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one.

In addition, we offer Pension, 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match, paid dental, paid basic life insurance, paid short -term disability, voluntary long-term disability, life insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, and paid holidays. We also offer tuition reimbursement, service awards, and a 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.

We are proud to offer such a comprehensive package to our employees and believe that it reflects our commitment to their well-being and success.

An Equal Opportunity Employer