Instrumentation Technician — PLCs, VFDs & Automation

Unilever; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision plans

401K Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leaves

Monthly Bonus Payouts

Uniforms and PPE provided

Referral bonus $750

Safety shoe subsidy

Job summary

Unilever's Knorr factory in Independence, MO seeks an Instrument Technician to install, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair electrical, control, and mechanical systems on high-speed production lines.

The role covers system commissioning, calibration of instrumentation, and preventive maintenance to drive reliability and safety. Strong PLC/HMI experience and willingness to work varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and troubleshoot electrical schematics, P&IDs and documentation to root causes.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, controls, instrumentation, and mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Demonstrate strong electrical troubleshooting with 24VDC to 480VAC systems.
• Use meters, loop calibrators, and test equipment to support maintenance.
• Install, configure, commission and validate electrical and control systems.
• Calibrate and maintain instrumentation including pressure, flow, temperature, pH.
• Identify issues, isolate faults and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support continuous improvement and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain compliance with safety, food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Document repairs and calibration in CMMS and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and Quality teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical troubleshooting

PLCs/HMI/SCADA

Electrical schematics/P&IDs

Calibration experience

Diagnostician/analytical thinking

Safety compliance

Height and confined space access

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Job description

Unilever's Knorr factory in Independence, MO seeks an Instrument Technician to install, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair electrical, control, and mechanical systems on high-speed production lines.

The role covers system commissioning, calibration of instrumentation, and preventive maintenance to drive reliability and safety. Strong PLC/HMI experience and willingness to work varied shifts are required.