Technician Instrumentation

Perrigouk; Eau Claire (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Perrigouk in Eau Claire, WI, is seeking an Instrumentation Technician to support calibration, maintenance and documentation of process instrumentation and control systems across manufacturing and utilities.

Responsibilities include read/interpret P&IDs, loop checks, troubleshooting instrumentation issues, maintaining calibration records, and collaborating with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering and Quality to improve reliability and compliance with FDA, cGMP and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in a technical discipline is required.
• Experience with instrumentation calibration and maintenance is required.
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics and instrument data sheets.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, verification, adjustment, repair, and preventive maintenance of instrumentation and measurement devices.
• Execute scheduled calibration and maintenance work through CMMS.
• 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.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop diagrams, and instrument data sheets.
• Support investigations related to calibration failures and CAPAs.

Skills

Calibration

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Process instrumentation

Control systems

CMMS

P&IDs interpretation

Education

Associate degree in Instrumentation Technology

Equivalent industrial experience

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

PLC

HMI

Job description

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

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.

We are proud to be included in the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers by State 2024". Find out more here

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