Instrument & Controls Maintenance Technician
Job Description
- Performs or arranges for preventative and on-demand maintenance and calibration on a wide variety of process instruments, controls, and electrical systems.
- Conducts and documents activities in a manner that maintains facility compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP), process safety management (PSM), and other applicable regulations.
- Provides instrument and electrical support of manufacturing investigations, failure and root cause analysis, and corrective/preventative action planning and execution.
- Strictly follows all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) procedures and supports efforts to improve facility EHS performance.
- Attends all required training and complies with the responsibilities associated with the instrument technician position as detailed in the applicable Standard Operating Procedures.
- Conducts instrument or electrical-related training sessions as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Formal education in a skilled trade (electrical, controls, maintenance, etc.) is desired.
- 4+ years of experience calibrating facility instruments.
- Problem solving, troubleshooting, and repair skills for a wide variety of electrical equipment, instruments, and controls.
- Experience troubleshooting PLC logic is a plus.
- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with Maintenance Department objectives with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work effectively with operators, engineers, contractors, and vendor representatives.
Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter
Mike Schmitz is an esteemed Recruiting Team Leader specializing in the Life Sciences Division. With an impressive tenure of over 12 years at Sterling and a remarkable 16-year career in the recruiting arena, Mike has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in talent acquisition.
As a Recruiting Team Leader, Mike's understanding of the intricacies within the Life Sciences Division is unparalleled. His expertise positions him as a strategic partner in bridging the gap between talented professionals and opportunities that align with their aspirations.
With a career spanning 16 years, Mike's journey in the recruitment landscape has been defined by his dedication to facilitating more fulfilling careers for skilled professionals. His ability to understand everyone’s unique strengths and match them with roles that foster growth and satisfaction marks him as a true advocate for professional development.
Mike's advice to candidates reflects his commitment to helping them excel: approach every job interview with positivity and authenticity. He firmly believes that a positive attitude and an engaging personality are pivotal in creating lasting impressions. Mike emphasizes that while technical qualifications are crucial, the ability to connect with interviewers and present oneself effectively is equally valuable to prospective employers.