Electrical and Instrumentation Maintenance Technician III

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Are you an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation technician who thrives in complex manufacturing environments and enjoys owning troubleshooting from diagnosis through resolution Do you take pride in safe complaint and reliable operations If so wed love to meet you.

Were seeking a senior level Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician III to support our manufacturing operations in Leland NC. In this role youll independently maintain troubleshoot calibrate and repair facility and process equipment essential to our production operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability safety and GMP compliance.

This is a fully onsite role based in Leland NC.

Responsibilities:

Safety Compliance & GMP

• Champion a safe work environment by actively participating in safety programs audits committees and incident prevention initiatives.
• Demonstrate advanced understanding of electrical and stored energy hazards including proper execution of lockout/tagout (LOTO) and safe work permits.
• Strictly adhere to all company policies and procedures related to safety hygiene and ISO 22716 Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Serve as a safety role model and technical resource for peers.

Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance

• Independently perform preventive corrective and emergency maintenance on process and facility equipment.
• Install maintain calibrate troubleshoot and repair complex electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Diagnose root cause issues and repair or replace:
• Process instrumentation and control devices
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Motor starters MCC components and associated controls
• Read interpret and apply electrical schematics P&IDs and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership during troubleshooting events and multicraft maintenance activities.

Mechanical & Utility Systems Support

• Support and repair mechanical and utility systems including:
• Compressed air steam hot oil cooling and chilled water systems
• Pumps piping assemblies vessels and agitation systems
• Gearboxes mechanical seals and seal lubrication systems
• Collaborate across trades to complete complex maintenance and improvement projects.

Operations & Documentation

• Accurately document completed work troubleshooting findings and recommendations using CMMS and reports.
• Communicate effectively across shifts departments and leadership levels.
• Support maintenance operations by safely operating a forklift to move materials and equipment as needed (forklift certification provided onsite).
• Work off shift hours and respond to emergency call-ins as business needs require.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7 years of progressive E&I maintenance experience particularly in GMP or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Associates degree or trade school certification in electrical instrumentation or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Ability to write clear technical reports and communicate effectively with cross functional teams.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience operating a forklift in an industrial or manufacturing environment; certification will be provided or renewed onsite as needed.

Physical Qualifications:

• Ability to lift carry and move equipment weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders stairs and work at heights.
• Ability to stand walk bend stoop and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to work independently safely and efficiently with minimal oversight.
• Willingness to work off shift hours and be available for emergency response.

The hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is: $24.08 to $32.69.

Amyris is committed to fair and equitable compensation offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis and will vary based on the candidates skills depth of experience and specific work location.

Amyris is committed to providing a diverse array of inclusive benefits and perks to support employees and their families wellbeing including access to robust healthcare mental wellness benefits family leave discounted fitness memberships education reimbursement flexible paid time off 17 paid holidays 10 paid sick days and additional paid time off including 3 volunteer days and bereavement.

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