Instrument Technician

JobSquad Michigan and Jackson Center, Ohio; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Kalamazoo is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Technician to join their team. This full-time position involves maintaining and troubleshooting various plant instruments in a union environment during 1st shift hours. Candidates should have ISA CSST Level I certification or equivalent experience and the ability to work in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with transmitters, gauges, sensors, and control devices.
• Willingness to obtain certification within 1 year.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation theory.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations and troubleshoot plant instrumentation.
• Diagnose and repair control circuits independently.
• Maintain training compliance for the Instrument Technician role.

Skills

Calibrating instrumentation systems

Diagnosing control circuits

Familiarity with P&IDs

Instrument repair

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

ISA CSST Level I certification

Hands-on experience with instrumentation

Job description

Overview

A food manufacturing company in Kalamazoo is looking for an Instrumentation Technician to join their growing team. This is a Direct Hire position on 1st shift with hours from 7am-3pm in a union environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations and troubleshoot plant instrumentation and systems.


• Diagnose and repair instrument and PLC control circuits independently, based on sound failure analysis before equipment replacement.


• Identify and research appropriate replacement parts and components using manuals, web resources, and vendor consultation.


• Archive and retrieve technical documentation; revise and update drawings and procedures as necessary.


• Interpret and apply plant procedures related to instrumentation work.


• Maintain training compliance for the Instrument Technician role.


• Utilize the facility’s CMMS system to access work orders, documentation, and maintenance records.


• Operate test equipment accurately to troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate various plant instruments.


• Coordinate with other departments for effective scheduling and execution of repairs.


• Ensure quality assurance, food defense, and safety policies are applied to all tasks.


• Adhere to all applicable OSHA and state safety standards.


• Exhibit leadership in safety practices and system reliability.

Technical Scope of Work

• Instruments operating at 120VAC or below


• Loop checks and support for engineering project commissioning


• Repair of alarm and interlock systems (audible/visual alarms)


• Pneumatic line and connection modifications


• Work with HMI, PLC, and computer-based control systems


• Install, calibrate, and maintain a wide range of instrumentation:


• pH/ORP systems


• Gas detection (fixed and portable)


• Temperature: transmitters, switches, controllers


• Pressure: indicators, switches, transmitters, process controllers


• Level: radar, ultrasonic, DP, displacement, switches


• Flow: Coriolis, magnetic, vortex, thermal, mechanical meters


• Weighing systems: floor, benchtop, tank, lab scales


• Valve systems, solenoids, actuators, converters, transducers

Education & Experience

Required:

• ISA CSST Level I certification or completion of a certified instrumentation apprenticeship (or willingness to obtain certification within 1 year).


• Hands-on experience with instrumentation including transmitters, gauges, sensors, and control devices.


• Ability to calibrate and troubleshoot instrumentation systems.


• Familiarity with P&IDs, schematics, loop diagrams, and electrical drawings.


• Strong knowledge of instrumentation theory and process variables (pressure, flow, temperature, level).

Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience in calibration and instrumentation troubleshooting.


• Familiarity with documentation practices and CMMS systems.


• Experience working in hazardous classified areas and with intrinsically safe equipment.


• Basic understanding of Arc Flash, Process Safety Management (PSM), and food safety requirements.


• Working knowledge of OSHA/MIOSHA safety standards, including Lockout/Tagout.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and email systems.

Physical & Work Environment

• Able to work in areas with varying heat, noise, and odors, including confined spaces and elevated locations.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.


• Must frequently sit, stand, bend, kneel, or climb ladders.


• Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators.


• Must meet requirements to enter contained spaces.

Other Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required.


• Participation in food safety training and compliance with food safety procedures is mandatory.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing