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About Phibro Animal Health Corporation

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded, global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition as a manufacturer and marketer of medicated feed additives, vaccines, nutritional specialty products, and mineral nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals.

 

Phibro is a diversified company in manufacturing and marketing products for ethanol performance, microbials for plants, home and industrial applications, and specialty chemicals for various industrial markets. In addition to, Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1 billion and are supported by over 2,400 employees worldwide.

 

At Phibro, people are our greatest asset. We strive to develop a diverse workforce that fosters an environment where people feel supported in openly sharing their creativity and skills that allows them to be the most successful that they can be.

 

If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

 

 

The Electrical & Instrumentation Tech is an integral part of our Manufacturing team based out of our US - Quincy, IL - North Plant site.

 

Hourly rate range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00  

 

 

Position Details

The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician supports Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams by maintaining electrical systems, instrumentation, and robotics. This role is responsible for troubleshooting PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) and DCS (Distributed Control Systems) automation components and logic.

Key Responsibilities

  • Installs, maintains, and diagnoses issues with instrumentation, control circuits, and other manufacturing equipment.
  • Conducts preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems, including conduit, cables, motors, and robotics.
  • Interprets installation specifications, wiring schematics, instrument drawings, and component diagrams to determine proper equipment and machinery installation.
  • Diagnosing and replacing servo motors, drives, and controllers.
  • Completes capital projects to install new equipment and instrumentation.
  • Configuring, troubleshooting, and calibrating sensors, proximity switches, and robot-guided vision systems.
  • Reviews completed installations and monitors operations to verify compliance with design requirements and adherence to operational and safety standards.
  • Assists plant operations and maintenance teams in identifying the causes of process variations, including problems with controls, disturbances, limitations, control loops, or instrumentation.
  • Trains maintenance and operations staff on the proper use of electrical and robotics-related instrumentation or equipment.

Qualifications

  • Associates degree or post-secondary certificate in Industrial Electricity/Industrial Maintenance/Automation & Robotics or related degree or 3+ years of experience.
  • Understanding of NEC, UL- Codes, NFPA-70 & NFPA-70e electrical standards.
  • Ability to diagnose controls/electrical issues using various meters and related equipment.
  • Excellent understanding of both single-phase and three-phase power.
  • Ability to set up, configure and troubleshoot VFDs.
  • Knowledge of teach pendants to modify robot movements, set waypoints, and verify program logic.
  • OSHA 10-Hour Certification.

Reasoning & Analysis

  • Proven track record of proactively accomplishing assigned goals and objectives.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple projects at one time while remaining detail oriented.
  • Collaborative, hands-on approach to problem identification, resolution development and implementation.
  • Proven ability to work both autonomously and across multi-functional teams, utilizing data to support actions.
  • Demonstrates ability to develop, mentor, and train technical and operational personnel, to improve controls equipment.
  • Proactively identifies opportunities to leverage new technologies for process improvement solutions.
  • Motivated to take process ownership and help guide operations personnel.

Personal

  • Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, within tight deadlines, and to organize workload to meet the department’s needs.
  • Works with high level of integrity to build trust with others.
  • Holds high standards for accountability and performance.
  • Ability to work extended hours, shift schedules, and perform on-call duties.

To learn more about Phibro Animal Health's competitive benefits package, please click here: Phibro Benefits. 

 

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Business Unit: Animal Health & Mineral Nutrition   
Division: Animal Health & Nutrition 
Department: Manufacturing 
Location: US - Quincy, IL - North Plant 
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (Standard Work hours) 
 

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