Electrical Technician at LOUIS DREYFUS COMPANY ASIA PTE LTD

Upper Sandusky, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Systems, PLC, HMI, Instrumentation, Ladder Logic, MCC Components, VFD, Soft Starters, Manufacturing Processes, Safety Compliance, Predictive Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Communication Skills, Mechanical Aptitude, Data Infrastructure

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally. Job Description Overall Purpose and Objective of Position This position maintains and repairs equipment for a soybean Crushing and Refining plant. The primary function is to ensure that the electrical/automation portions of all machines and computer control systems remain in good order to optimize plant productivity and efficiency. Responsible for complying with all applicable Company standards, government regulations and best manufacturing practices. Maintenance responsibilities include project and outage work. This position is responsible for: assisting external support for PLCs/HMI for improving control of plant processes. Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions Performs instrumentation/automation and electrical work as needed Maintains and repairs operating equipment, including troubleshooting, removing, installing, rebuilding, lubricating and cleaning all equipment associated with the production process Works with plant operations to accomplish all tasks in a timely and safe manner Learning plant process and procedures for plant start-up, shutdown and operations for better understanding of how equipment is utilized Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and policies, wears proper personal protective equipment (PPE) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities Maintains accurate and timely, notifications and work orders in computerized maintenance system Ensures orderly shift change by communicating with outgoing operation staff with respect to maintenance problems or other ongoing issues and/or tasks Notifies Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Superintendent of any production, maintenance or safety problems Participate in planning and scheduling of work for the annual shut down Collects and processes predictive/reliability data from plant equipment to schedule repairs by maintaining good communication with production personnel and the Maintenance Supervision Utilize the SAP PM-MM program to keep plant equipment running at peak efficiency Additional Responsibilities Keeps work area clean and free from all safety hazards which requires regular bending and occasional lifting Completes tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Manager or production superintendents Drives company utility vehicles as necessary to perform tasks assigned by plant management, which may include but are not limited to responding to plant or staff emergencies and/or picking up, dropping off or transporting parts, equipment, instruments supplies and other materials necessary to ensure that the machinery and equipment in the plant remain in good working order Actively participates in Shift/Team activities including complying with best practices, standard operating procedures and development, maintenance and continuous improvement efforts. Execute MOCs as required for any temporal/permanent change in physical/logic design in the process. Actively participates in job-related training as required Works and cooperates with outside contractors Participate in planning for Maintenance and SHE Capex Project. Elaborates and participates in development of SOPs for Maintenance, SHE and Operations. Keeps record for Safety and Legal Audits for E&I tasks and tools. Maintains information on equipment, repair files, and parts data for up-to-date accuracy. Performs job analysis, safety/risk analysis and preventative maintenance analysis. Work on continues improvement for tools and techniques to increase productivity of maintenance tasks. Assist IT to maintain data infrastructure on operations. Complete of accurate and timely work orders and notifications. Company Conformance Statements In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the public. Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company. Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy. Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses High school diploma required Valid driver’s license required Technical degree or electrical certification preferred Experience 3 years of experience with electrical work in an industrial facility required, or a combination of 2 year of experience in the electrical field with a college degree or comparable certifications in Automation, control or electrical. A minimum of 2 years of experience working within PLCs controlled processes and training of operators on any updates executed is preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands) The following are required: Knowledge of PLC (including HMI), instrumentation, Ladder Logic, MCC’s components, VFD’s, Soft starters and Electrical systems (Low and medium voltage, distribution) and plant power systems. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures and industrial processing machinery. Ability to perform all duties of position while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM), EPA, USDA, ISO 9000, ISO 22000, NFPA 70E. Knowledge of plant IT systems (networks) and ability to troubleshoot jointly with corporate IT to resolve network problems. Ability to troubleshoot PLC & HMI logic common issues to resolve control problems and restore capabilities. Works with outside vendor support to resolve plant PLC network problems if needed. Ability to read electrical, control and equipment schematics. Ability to provide instruction with respect to computerized control systems and machine operation/repair. Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights, manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing, move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires regular bending and lifting. Mechanical aptitude, effective oral and written communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills. Must be well organized, self-motivated, action oriented and able to work effectively in a team environment. Knowledge and understanding of Predictive and Preventative maintenance technologies in the electrical field. Ability to troubleshoot and repair instruments in the industrial environment. Equipment Used Production machinery and equipment. Use of electrical/electronic tools and testing equipment. Use of multiple hand tools, voltmeters, vibration analysis tools, precision measuring tools, etc. Use of occupational health and safety testing equipment (e.g., air monitors) in compliance with OSHA regulations. Wears proper personal protective equipment (PPE). Working Conditions Technicians are scheduled to work 5 days -10 hour shifts weekly, with expected overtime during project or downtime periods. Electrical technicians will be on call for all electrical-related plant problems. Regular exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions; regular exposure to gases, vapor, dust, odors and flammable liquids; occasional exposure to areas with wet/icy floors and high volume of noise. Heavy lifting of manufacturing materials and products is required. Position will require regular stair climbing and extended periods of walking and standing to access and occasionally work in remote areas of the plant, heights and confined spaces. Get fit tested and use half/full-face respirators. Personal protective equipment will be worn in compliance with Company standards and government regulations. Covers of call-ins or the extension of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects, attend training or to respond to emergencies. Safety, Health & Environmental Responsibilities Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules/standards and procedures applicable to their area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to. Ensure employees are provided with the required training for area and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work. Ensures the area of responsibility is maintained in an orderly and safe manner. Promptly reports unsafe working conditions to management and communicates potential hazards to affected employees. Promptly reports all incidents/accidents to management and conducts/participate in incident investigation as soon as practicable (but no later than 24 hours from time of incident). Quality & Product Safety Responsibilities Maintains good working knowledge of Quality and Product Safety policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to. Ensure employees are provided with the required training for area assigned, and jobs/tasks prior to assigning work. Ensure unsafe product working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable. Decision Making/Accountability Maintains, trouble-shoot and repairs electrical machinery and control devices (instruments/PLC/actuators) for the production process of a soybean Crushing and Refining plant. Follow supervisor’s directions to ensure peak production efficiency and product quality. Employ an understanding of Company standards and government regulations with respect to areas of responsibility to ensure ongoing compliance. Investigates and resolves any production issues as directed by supervisor. Participates in plant start-ups and shutdowns as directed. Additional Information What We Offer We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world. - Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage - 401k with Company Match - Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays - Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles) Diversity & Inclusion LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion. LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Equal employment opportunity (EEO) Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Sustainability Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company. We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us

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Responsibilities

The Electrical Technician maintains and repairs equipment for a soybean Crushing and Refining plant, ensuring that electrical and automation systems are functioning optimally. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment while adhering to safety and compliance standards.