Electrical/Instrument Technician

Who We Are:

Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids.

Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work!

Purpose:

Performs diversified functions specializing in instrument, electrical, & automation equipment maintenance. Analyzes malfunctions of instrumentation, electrical, PLC/DCS control systems and automation equipment. Determines necessary steps to repair equipment. Maintains instrument control loop drawings.

Job Functions/Accountabilities (Essential & Marginal):

• Installs, maintains and repairs process control instrumentation & electrical controls including analyzers and packaging line equipment.
• Ensures that work is in accordance with relevant codes and regulations.
• Verifies and implements corrective action concerning instrument and electrical problems.
• Assists in the planning, scheduling and execution of instrument and electrical work orders.
• Participates in the development/ updating of instrument and electrical specifications and procedures.
• Participates in achieving maintenance goals/objectives.
• Initiates capital requests and recommends improvements and changes in the design and application of electrical and instrument equipment using the most current design techniques.
• Works on project team to implement I/E related projects.
• Contacts vendors/suppliers for quotes and initiates purchase requisitions as required.
• Supports ISO and PSM compliance by performing the calibration of critical instruments, maintaining test equipment calibration certifications and the associated record keeping. Also participates in internal/external audits.
• Maintains instrument control loop drawings.
• Programs and troubleshoots PLC control logic and variable speed drives.
• Performs root cause analysis for instrument and controls related failures.
• Continuously seeks ways to improve performance of our plant's operation and ensures that your customer's (both internal and external) needs are met. Adhere to the quality system.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Must be able to install, calibrate, repair and troubleshoot instrumentation loops with analyzers, pressure, level, temperature, and flow instruments.
• PLC & HMI installation, troubleshooting, and programming skills preferred.
• Distributive Control Systems programming knowledge beneficial; Must be able to install and troubleshoot electrical control systems including conduit, wiring, relays, field terminations, MCC breakers, and switches.
• Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel and Outlook) and a good working knowledge of SAP.

Qualifications:

8 or more years related experience in chemical/petrochemical plant maintenance is required.

SA Level 2 certified control systems technician and DCS experience is preferred.

Work Conditions:

Chemical Plant/Manufacturing environment. An extensive amount of time is spent on the floor in a manufacturing plant environment. Plant environment is a multi-acre site. Typical daily assignments are physically demanding, requiring balancing, standing, cleaning, reaching, visual discernment, crawling, climbing, twisting, turning, squatting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, full respiratory function and lifting.

Benefits:

Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program.

Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.