Instrumentation/Electrical II
Lamb Weston

Title: Instrumentation/Electrical II

Location: Delhi, LA

About Lamb Weston

We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them! Since the 1950's, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 10,000+ team members around the world, it's our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people.

We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge! People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow.

We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment. Exactly what you'd expect from the most inventive potato company in the world!

Join Lamb Weston! We bring the world together with our fries.

Job Description Summary

The Instrumentation/Electrical Tech 2 requires an advanced understanding of electricity, electrical systems, electrical motor control systems, and process control instrumentation. This includes, but is not limited to, 480 Volt 3 Phase motor switchgear, 120 Volt control systems, PLC systems, and 4-20ma analog instrumentation. The Instrumentation/Electrical Tech 2 is responsible for troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of plant equipment as directed by the Electrical Maintenance Team Leader.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Install, repair, and calibrate instrumentation for process measurements such as temperature, pressure, flow, level, weight, etc.
2. Install, repair, and configure process control equipment such as variable speed AC drives, analog valve positioners, PLCs, and I/O modules
3. Install conduit and wiring as needed for motors, lighting, and control devices such as valves, limit switches, photocells, etc.
4. Use a PC and required software to view PLC Ladder Logic for troubleshooting and interpreting equipment operation and control requirements.
5. Must have a general maintenance knowledge and ability to work in any area including helping a mechanic or performing mechanic duties if needed or assigned by supervisory personnel.

6. Must attend any related training made available
7. Must be able to spot problems with mechanical and electrical systems and affect corrective repairs
8. Must keep operator and maintenance logs and be able to become proficient at using the plant Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to write Work Orders, order parts, complete PM routes, and enter equipment history
9. Must perform corrective or emergency maintenance checks and correct problems in a timely manner to minimize line downtimes
10. Execute Preventative Maintenance activities as assigned. Help develop effective work plans and enhanced preventative maintenance plans
11. Must have a complete understanding of sensitivity setting adjustments and be able to make changes under all circumstances and situations
12. Must exhibit mechanical and electrical aptitude, capable of working independently and in a group setting
13. Must be proficient in all sanitation practices and food safety practices
14. Must have the ability to work weekends and/or shift work with a strong work ethic and employment history.
15. Must have the ability to work overtime, any shift, work any or all days of the week in accordance with production and maintenance schedules.
16. Must have the ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

An Instrumentation/Electrical Tech 2 candidate should have an Associate's Degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in electrical, instrumentation, or electromechanical maintenance and have a minimum of 3 years' experience working in a maintenance department in an industrial or manufacturing plant. In lieu of this, consideration will be given to candidates with a minimum of 8 years of electrical maintenance in an industrial or manufacturing facility. Experience in Food Processing preferred. This position requires the ability to work shifts.

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
  
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Financial Wellness - Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
  
• Family-Friendly Employee events
  
• Employee Assistance Program services - mental health and other concierge type services
  

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Requisition ID: Req-255880

Time Type: Full time

Anticipated Close Date: 11/10/2024

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate of the range for this role based on the variables previously mentioned is: $33.52

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law

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