Instrumentation / Automation Specialist - Givaudan Sense Colour

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
• 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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