Instrumentation & Controls Technician 2

Scientific Protein Laboratories LLC; Waunakee (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Scientific Protein Laboratories LLC in Waunakee, WI seeks an Instrumentation & Controls Technician 2 to maintain and troubleshoot PLC-controlled process equipment and utility systems. The role covers instrumentation/control systems, HVAC/refrigeration, and mechanical aspects, with seniority determined by management.

High school diploma or GED plus certs is required, with 2+ years of experience and 5+ preferred. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, with ISA or equivalent certification or an equivalent credential.
• 2+ years experience required, 5+ years preferred in instrumentation and controls maintenance.
• Experience with PLC-controlled process and utility systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Start up and perform daily and weekly tests, checks, and analysis on utility and production support equipment.
• Respond to issues and perform necessary adjustments and repairs on equipment.
• Under supervision, perform all repairs on utility and production support equipment, including major electrical repairs.
• Understand and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PLC-controlled equipment that supports production, solvent recovery, byproduct and utility processes.
• Continuously improve the work area with preventive maintenance, adjustments and calibrations on instrumentation and controls.
• Perform equipment modifications, upgrades, and installation for new instruments, PLCs and plant equipment expansions as needed.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ISA or equivalent

Certified Industrial Maintenance Technician

Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level 1

Certified Instrumentation Technician

Certified HVAC/Refrigeration Technician

Master Electrician

Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Tools

PLC systems

HVAC/Refrigeration systems

Instrumentation controls

Job description

# Instrumentation & Controls Technician 2Scientific Protein Laboratories - Waunakee, WI 53597## Description**JOB SUMMARY**Join our team at Scientific Protein Laboratories (SPL), a world leader in biosourced pharmaceuticals, located just outside of Madison, Wisconsin in Waunakee! SPL is an innovative biopharmaceutical leader with unique products and services supporting the pharmaceutical industry globally. For over 40 years, SPL specializes in the development and cGMP compliant manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). SPL has an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Instrumentation and Controls Technician.Under moderate supervision, the Instrumentation & Controls Technician 2 is responsible for performing general and semi-skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of existing instrumentation and control systems. Work involves troubleshooting and maintaining network-connected PLC controlled process and utility systems to integrate with existing control systems (including PLCs). Work involves proficiency in two of the following areas: Industrial Instrumentation/Controls, HVAC/Refrigeration Systems, or Mechanical Systems. This position requires exercising initiative and some technical independence in determining work methods and procedures in a manner that will provide accurate, reliable process control. Assignments are received orally or through written instructions, which may be accompanied by diagrams or sketches. Work is reviewed through inspection and discussion with superiors.**Responsibilities include**:| || --- || * Has the ability to start up and perform daily and weekly tests, checks, and analysis on utility and production support equipment. * Responds to issues regarding utility and production support equipment and adjusts and repairs as necessary. * Under moderate supervision, performs all repairs on utility and production support equipment, including major electrical repairs. * Understands preventive and corrective maintenance needs and troubleshoots PLC-controlled equipment that supports various production, solvent recovery, byproduct and utility processes and operations. * Continuously improves work area by performing preventive maintenance, adjustments and calibrations instrumentations, controls, and related equipment. * Under moderate supervision, performs equipment modifications, upgrades, and installation for new instruments, PLCs and plant equipment expansions and as needed. |**Job Requirements and Qualifications**:Position will be filled up to the Senior level and determined at discretion of the hiring manager.Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. required with a minimum of one of the following: ISA or equivalent, Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, Certified Control Systems Technician (level 1 CCST), Certified Instrumentation Technician, Certified HVAC/Refrigeration Technician, Master Electrician, or a Licensed Journeyman Electrician.Experience: 2+ years required, 5+ years preferred**WHY JOIN SPL?**Our employees are our success! We recruit motivated people, recognize their contributions, and support their development to reach their full potential. Perks include: competitive compensation; excellent benefits package - including Medical, Dental and Vision on Day 1; Life and AD&D Insurance, and Short and Long-term Disability; Health and Flexible Saving Account options; Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation; paid Holidays; 401k; advancement opportunities; team-oriented environment; community involvement; company events and more!SPL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law.