Instrumentation and Controls Technician

fairlife LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales fairlifes portfolio of delicious lactose-free real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company fairlife LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products please visit .

how fairlife Nourishes You

At fairlife we believe in better and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and well-being resources designed to support you physically emotionally socially and financially both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity accident and critical illness insurance)
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10000)
• Parental support & family care benefits including childcare resources and lactation support
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
• Rewards & recognition matching gifts free product and Business Resource

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Instrument Controls Technician (ICT) to join our milk processing and packaging engineering this role you will be responsible for the installation calibration maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems that keep our production lines running safely efficiently and in full compliance with food safety regulations.

Shift schedule:12 Hour NightsThis is anight shift position with hours from6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The role follows a rotating 2-2-3 schedule: two days on two days off three days on followed by two days off two days on and three days off. Team members will workevery other weekend including Friday Saturday and Sunday.

Key Responsibilities

Instrumentation & Calibration

• Calibrate and maintain field instruments including temperature sensors (RTDs thermocouples) pressure transmitters flow meters level sensors and pH/conductivity analyzers
• Perform scheduled and corrective calibration using certified test equipment and maintain accurate calibration records
• Inspect test and service control valves actuators and automated valve assemblies used in processing CIP and filling systems

Process Control Systems

• Support and troubleshoot PLC based control systems on the Processing and Packaging lines
• Assist in PID troubleshooting and optimization to maintain critical process parameters (temperature pressure flow)
• Perform HMI and SCADA alarm management and support system upgrades

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and repair instrumentation and control failures on filling lines blow molders cappers labelers and conveyors
• Diagnose and repair VFD Servo motor and pump failures
• Respond to production trouble calls and minimize unplanned downtime
• Collaborate with maintenance operations and quality teams to resolve recurring equipment issues

Food Safety & Sanitary Standards

• Assist with maintaining and verifying critical process recording devices
• Support SIP (sterilize-in-place) and CIP (clean-in-place) system instrumentation integrity
• Participate in internal audits HACCP reviews and regulatory inspections

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all LOTO/LOTO procedures confined space protocols and permit-to-work systems
• Work safely in wet cold and sanitary environments consistent with GMP requirements
• Adhere to OSHA regulations and facility safety programs

Documentation

• Update electrical drawings P&IDs and instrument data following any modifications
• Maintain work orders and equipment history in CMMS (e.g. D365)
• Prepare calibration certificates and regulatory compliance records

Qualifications

Required

• 3 years of experience as an Instrument Technician in a food beverage or dairy manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with HART communicators and calibration tools (Fluke or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley Siemens) and HMI/SCADA platforms
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs loop diagrams electrical schematics and instrument data sheets
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently under pressure

Preferred

• Associates degree or technical certification in Instrumentation Electronics or Industrial Automation
• Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000 FactoryTalk Siemens or similar platforms
• Knowledge of CIP/SIP system controls and automated valve sequencing
• Knowledge of communications protocols (e.g. Ethernet/IP Profinet AS-i Modbus )
• NICET certification or equivalent instrumentation training
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections (FDA USDA or state dairy authority)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods is common along with sitting kneeling crouching bending reaching crawling climbing grasping lifting and carrying
• Work performed in processing and packaging areas exposure to wet noisy conditions
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. climb ladders and work at heights
• Must be able to wear required PPE including Arc Rated clothing hearing protection safety glasses and slip-resistant footwear
• Availability for 12-hour shift work and OT during planned maintenance
• May be required to operate a man lift or forklift. Certification is available.

Food Safety Requirements

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand observe and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product processes quality system or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients processes quality system or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

position location:Goodyear AZ

reports to:Automation Engineering Department

fairlife LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us please email.

For Recruitment Agencies

At fairlife we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.