Instrument Electrical Technician in Geismar

Energy Jobline ZR; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401k with company match

Time off: vacation and holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Innophos is seeking an Instrument Electrical Technician I/II at the Geismar, LA facility to safely install, repair and test instrumented and electrical systems. You will work with gas detectors, pH analyzers, chiller systems, valves and transmitters while adhering to lockout/tag-out and safety procedures.

The role requires high school graduation, NCCER certifications, strong instrumentation experience and GMP compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NCCR & NCCER Plus Certification required.
• Essential skills/knowledge: Computer literacy.
• Heavy instrumentation experience expected.
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices including PPE and hygiene requirements.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily meetings to discuss priority and routine work orders and perform testing or repair.
• Select, install and operate measurement devices (gas detectors, pH analyzers, chiller, valves, transmitters).
• Ensure work site is prepared and lockout/tag-out procedures followed; verify entry permits and secured lines.
• Inspect worksite to identify obstructions or changes; dismantle equipment if needed and locate failed components.
• Communicate findings to supervisor and coordinate planned maintenance with unit operations.
• Order replacement parts, assemble equipment, and test/calibrate systems (vents, analyzers, leak tests).
• Follow electrical layout and install concealed wiring before finishing walls/ceilings/flooring.

Skills

Heavy instrumentation experience

Computer literacy

GMP compliance

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or GED

NCCR & NCCER Plus Certification

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description The primary purpose of this position is the safe execution of installation, repair and testing of facility instrumented and electrical systems at the Geismar, Louisiana Plant. Key Responsibilities

• Attend daily meeting to receive and discuss priority and routine work orders. Orders include utilizing diagnostic apparatus to perform testing for the purpose of repairing, replacing or calibrating plant equipment
• Select, install, and operate measurement devices such as portable gas detectors, pH analyzer, chiller, valves, and transmitters for level, pressure, temperature, and flow
• Communicate with unit operations to ensure work site has been prepared and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers. Follows lockout, tag-out procedures, checks for documentation of entry permit and checks to make sure lines are closed and locked
• Inspect worksite to determine presence/root cause of obstruction or change in operational capabilities. May involve dismantling of equipment using hand and power tools to locate the failed equipment (motors, pumps, or valves)
• Communicate findings to supervisor and production supervisor as needed secondary to the nature of the problem, and the urgency of the repair to determine when planned maintenance will least interfere with unit operations. Generally communicate problem is fixed or repair is completed
• Assess the failed equipment, order replacement parts, and assemble the equipment with the new parts
• Test/inspect/calibrate vent pressure, chiller, various analyzers, leak testing, etc. This includes safety harness, respirator, high voltage gloves, and goggles monthly inspections
• Perform research to identify availability of new technology to improve equipment efficiency and reliability. Communicates with vendors to view product, literature, and studies
• Follows diagnosis of electrical layout, ensuring that concealed wiring is installed before completion of future walls, ceilings and flooring
• Measure, cut, bend, thread, assemble and install electrical conduit using tools such as hacksaw, pipe threader and conduit bender
• Pull wiring through conduit. Splice wires by twisting or soldering wires together and applying tape or terminal caps
• Connect wiring to equipment such as lighting, motors, and instrumentation using hand tools
• Install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays and circuit-breaker panels. Connect power cables to equipment such as electric motor and install grounding leads.
• Test continuity of the circuit to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components using testing instruments such as ohmmeter, and/or megger
• Complete all regulatory and company mandated training to comply with health, safety, food safety and environmental requirements and policies

Required Education, Skills, Knowledge and Experiences

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• NCCR & NCCR Plus Certification
• Essential skills/knowledge: Computer literacy
• Heavy Instrumentation experience
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices including the proper wearing of clean protective clothing, following personal hygiene standards, and adherence to food/drink/tobacco restrictions

Environment and/or Physical Factors

• Work is performed in the plant as well as the maintenance shop. There are frequent physical demands associated with this position, including regular lifting (some heavy), stair climbing, working in the heat, handling tools, piping, metal, grinders, etc.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
• Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
• Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
• 401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution
• Time off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
• Company provided Life and Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
• Educational assistance program

The benefits set forth in this posting reflect Innophos’ current benefits for similarly situated employees, are subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the applicable program policies and may be modified or discontinued by Innophos in the future (subject to applicable law). The actual wage paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to education, specific skills, licenses and certifications, experience, and training. Instrument Electrical Technician I - $37.24 - $41.38 Instrument Electrical Technician II - $42.57 - $47.30 About Innophos Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition, and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers. Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, , integrity, and collaboration. Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, in Canada, Mexico and China and sells into over 70 countries. Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on , , , , (including , childbirth, or related medical conditions), , , , expression, transgender status, stereotypes, , status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a , or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.

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