Electrical and Instrumentation Technician - NIGHTS

Diamond Pet Foods is a family-owned business with their roots starting out in the mid-west since 1970.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium pet food.

At Diamond, we believe every pet, from purebred show animal to shelter puppy or kitten, is worthy of the best nutrition.

We also believe every pet owner deserves a great value.

We currently have 7 plants located within the United States.Our Frontenac, Kansas facility is now accepting applications for a Full-Time Electrical & Instrumentation Technician position in the maintenance department for night shift.

This is a Monday through Friday position, 6p-2:30a.

Competitive wages and excellent benefits.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid vacation/sick, paid holidays, paid life and AD&D insurance, boot vouchers, safety bonus', and 401k, profit sharing among others.POSITION SUMMARY - Performs calibration, troubleshooting, repair, justification, modification, installation and maintenance of complex instrumentation and control systems.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESTroubleshoot PLC code on new and existing equipment.Participate and coach others to maintain power and controls equipmentLead improvement projects and plant control upgradesAbility to operate high speed making, packing, and other production related equipmentMake personal safety and safe operations a priorityMaintain a clean work area and utilize Good Manufacturing Practices by following all quality specifications and performing quality inspectionsKnow and use terminology and functions of machine componentsQuickly and effectively trouble shoot and repair plant equipmentDevelop and update electrical schematics for systems using AutoCADEffectively coordinate sub-contractors performing technical workOther duties as required, in order to meet business needsQUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma or GEDTwo-year technical degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred Three years' experience supporting machine control systems preferredSolid understanding of Rockwell PLC hardware, PLC programming, VFDs, and HMISolid understanding of servos, encoders, linear actuators, pneumatic equipment, and sensorsMust be able to read and write EnglishJOB- RELATED COMPETENCIESStrong ability to access and comprehend technical manuals via the internet, and interact with external technical resources while addressing problemsEffective team leadership skills including: Conflict resolutionProblem solving (analytical troubleshooting processes)Excellent interpersonal skillsCommunication (effective listening, giving and receiving feedback)Time managementGoal and priority settingProcess improvementOrganizationSelf-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervisionStrong computer skillsPHYSICAL DEMANDSAble to climb ladders and perform tasks on a ladder or at heightsAbility to operate powered equipment (Fork Trucks / Scissor Lifts)Be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basisPush / Pull up to 100 pounds on an occasional basisAbility to work outside in all types of weatherAble to walk and stand on hard surfaces for long periods of timePAY - $33 / hr Plus $2 / hr night shift differentialSHIFT - M-F 6p - 2:30aLOCATION - 1601 W.

McKay Street, Frontenac, KS 66763Must successfully pass a pre-employment background and drug screening.