Instrumentation / Automation Specialist

Givaudan Sense Colour
Louisville, KY, US
Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

The Instrumentation / Automation Specialist will have strong troubleshooting skills, be well-versed in plant operations, be able to deal with complex situations and provide and solve guidance.

Work with the maintenance team and in a mechanics capacity when needed.

Instrumentation / Automation Specialist Principal Responsibilities :

  • Use Root Cause analysis to correctly repair process equipment.
  • Minimize plant downtime.
  • Quickly react to department in order of priority in need of service.
  • Manage program of mass meter calibrations / Temperature transmitters and pressure sensors.
  • Utilize 5S strategy for an organized approach to troubleshooting.
  • Track critical spares of controls elements of the operation (VFD’s, Input / Output card, etc.).
  • Daily plant inspections walk the production lines and check in with Maintenance Lead.
  • Analyze Process Flow - Review P&ID’s.
  • Ensure that all work is done safely, on time, with high-quality results, effective cost management, and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Troubleshoot abilities with PLC’s, VFD’s, Electrical, and Pneumatics.
  • Coordinate with Controls Contractors installation process improvements and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to use process meters and diagnose complex issues utilizing data.
  • Manage new equipment installations utilizing MOC.
  • Ensure that facilities are maintained and improved as required, including good housekeeping, general appearance, landscaping, and routine maintenance.
  • Participate in the plant safety program and attend safety team meetings.
  • Calibration of Micro Motion Mass Meters, pH meters, Temperature, Pressure, and vacuum gauges.
  • Troubleshoot ladder logic.
  • Ability to review, solve problems, and implement ideas in production HMI’s and source code.
  • Utilize VPN for select contractors for finding solutions.
  • Become familiar with ATEX system repairs.
  • Plant network infrastructure troubleshooting Printers, CPUs, switches, cameras.
  • Code changes as approved by Plant Manager.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Competency Requirements :

  • Integrity / Ethics
  • Work Environment / Safety
  • Quality

Skill Requirements :

  • Ability to make decisions quickly and effectively while utilizing discretion and good judgment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required; demonstrated team player.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with pressured deadlines.
  • Food experience preferred.

Physical Demands :

  • On call 24 / 7 as plant and schedule requires. Daily hours may fluctuate as production needs warrant.
  • Minimal travel required.
  • Benefits include :
  • Medical
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Short-term and long-term medical
  • Tuition Assistance

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful colour, taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

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