Technician Instrumentation

Perrigo Company plc; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Perrigo Company plc in Eau Claire, WI, is seeking an Instrumentation Technician to support calibration, maintenance, and reliability of process instrumentation across manufacturing and utilities.

You will troubleshoot control systems, read P&IDs, maintain calibration records, and partner with Maintenance, Quality, and EHS teams to ensure safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electronics Technology, Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Automation, Process Control, or related technical discipline (or equivalent industrial experience).
• Equivalent industrial experience in lieu of formal education accepted.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, verification, adjustment, repair, and preventive maintenance of instrumentation and measurement devices.
• Execute scheduled calibration and maintenance work through CMMS and approved systems.
• Maintain calibration standards, traceability records, labels, certificates, and audit-ready documentation.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical, automation, and process control issues to support safe operations.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and instrument data sheets.
• Support investigations related to calibration failures, deviations, CAPAs, and MOC activities.
• Maintain instrument asset information and calibration records in CMMS and quality systems.

Skills

Calibration

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Instrumentation

P&IDs interpretation

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in Instrumentation/Electrical/Electronics/Industrial Maintenance

Job description

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

Description Overview

The Instrumentation Technician supports the site's Instrumentation and Asset Reliability programs through the calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation of process instrumentation, control systems, and measurement devices across manufacturing, packaging, utilities, laboratories, warehouse, and facility support systems. This role ensures instrumentation activities are performed in compliance with applicable safety, quality, food safety, cGMP, FDA, and regulatory requirements while supporting equipment reliability, process performance, and operational excellence.

Scope of the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, verification, adjustment, repair, and preventive maintenance of instrumentation and measurement devices.
• Execute scheduled calibration and maintenance work through CMMS and approved maintenance systems.
• Maintain calibration standards, traceability records, labels, certificates, and audit-ready documentation.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical, automation, and process control issues to support safe and reliable operations.
• Perform loop checks, signal verification, functional testing, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and instrument data sheets.
• Support investigations related to calibration failures, out-of-tolerance conditions, deviations, CAPAs, and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Maintain instrument asset information, equipment histories, and calibration records within CMMS and quality systems.
• Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Reliability, Quality, Validation, and EHS teams to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA), continuous improvement initiatives, predictive maintenance programs, and asset care strategies.
• Support equipment upgrades, automation projects, FAT/SAT activities, and new equipment installations.
• Provide technical guidance and training on instrumentation best practices.
• Support plant shutdowns, critical maintenance activities, and on-call coverage as required.

Typical Equipment Includes

• Pressure, temperature, flow, and level instrumentation
• Analytical instruments
• Weigh scales and batch systems
• Control valves and positioners
• Data loggers and recording devices
• Safety devices and interlock systems
• PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, SCADA, and industrial control networks

This is much tighter, reads like a professional job posting, and still captures the core calibration, compliance, troubleshooting, controls, and reliability expectations.

Experience Required

One of the following is required:

• Associate degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electronics Technology, Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Automation, Process Control, or related technical discipline.
• Equivalent industrial experience in lieu of formal education.

Benefits

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

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All application materials, including resumes and CVs, must be submitted in English. Thank you.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by law. #weareperrigo