Instrumentation Technician

Instrumentation Technician
Location: Joplin MO Schedule: Rotating 12-Hour Day/Night Shifts Full-Time Hourly

Position Overview

A well-established industrial manufacturer in the Joplin MO area is seeking a skilled and innovative Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join its engineering team. This hands-on role supports automation reliability preventive maintenance and continuous improvement across a fast-paced production environment. We are looking for a self-directed team player who is driven to investigate problems develop those around them and thrive on a cross-functional team of operators and technicians.

This is a well-compensated hourly position working rotating 12-hour day and night shifts with occasional additional hours as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead technical expert on high-level equipment processes and electrical sub-components including sensors motors and drives on assigned shift.
• Execute and support plant safety and environmental programs.
• Provide operational support on a cross-functional shift team to drive uptime line efficiency and waste reduction goals.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues in collaboration with shift technicians and operations leads.
• Perform planned maintenance work on a shift basis while prioritizing against line calls and other tasks.
• Identify and withdraw parts needed for electrical maintenance and repair projects.
• Perform electrical repairs on various types of equipment per standard work plans and manuals; contribute to improving documentation.
• Select install configure and calibrate instruments and field devices.
• Test equipment for safety and operational efficiency.
• Program new plant equipment or modify existing programs as directed; utilize PLCs to aid in troubleshooting.
• Use electrical hand tools voltage and amperage measuring devices HART communicators and other technical equipment for troubleshooting and repair.
• Bend hang and run conduit; pull electrical cable and wire as needed.
• Train plant personnel on new systems; update LOTO and SOP documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts across equipment documentation and processes.
• Maintain ownership of plant 5S programs and housekeeping standards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience OR
• Associates degree with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with process control systems and hands-on troubleshooting in an industrial environment.
• Background in continuous or integrated multi-equipment manufacturing processes.
• Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLC experience.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical distribution systems.

Physical Requirements

• Must be comfortable working in both an office environment and on the production floor; full PPE compliance required on the floor (hard hat safety glasses steel toe boots ear protection).
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders bend kneel crawl and stoop to inspect troubleshoot and maintain heavy plant equipment.
• Regularly lift up to 10 lbs; occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to work around moving mechanical parts at elevated heights and in environments with dust fumes chemicals heat electrical equipment and elevated noise.
• Safety is a top priority employee is responsible for both personal safety and the safety of peers.
• Facility operates 24/7; occasional extended hours may be required for troubleshooting project implementation or training.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage commensurate with experience
• Group health and life insurance
• Vision and dental insurance
• Flexible benefits plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Profit-sharing retirement plan
• Additional benefits package
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