Instrumentation Technician (1st shift)

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Summary:

The Instrumentation Technician is responsible for routine calibration of plant instrumentation and provides troubleshooting and repair of plant control systems.

Primary responsibilities for role:

• Calibrate various types of instrumentation including: temperature, pressure, level, flow, weight, speed, and analytical devices
• Troubleshoot and perform corrective maintenance on process and lab equipment
• Provide troubleshooting and repair of process control systems including: DCS, BMS, PLC, HMI, etc.
• Provide troubleshooting and repair of electrical supply and distribution up to 480 VAC
• Provide troubleshooting and repair of variable frequency drives
• Assist with modification, installation and start-up of new and existing instrumentation, process control systems, and equipment
• Read and interpret Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams, Instrument Loop Drawings, and Electrical Schematics
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures, job plans and/or equipment manuals to perform work
• Communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal form
• Provide detailed documentation of all calibration, troubleshooting, and repair activities
• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System to document work activity
• Issue/complete job hazard analysis/safe work permits (hot work, excavating, confined space, hazardous atmosphere, etc.)
• Adhere to cGMP, Safety and Environmental requirements
• Responsible for maintaining training curriculum requirements
• Complete required Instrumentation Qualifications

Requirements:

Trainee:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent plus 2 years of experience in maintenance, manufacturing, mechanical trades, or utility equipment operation. A technical Associate’s degree in place of the experience referenced above.

Tech 1:

• Associates degree in a relevant technical field
• 2 years relevant experience
• Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Tech 2 :

• Associates degree in a relevant technical field
• 4 years relevant experience
• Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Tech 3 :

• Associates degree in a relevant technical field
• 6 years relevant experience
• Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Schedule: 

Day shift, 8 hours, Monday-Friday

Occupational Demands:

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.  Exposure to chemicals, electrical manufacturing equipment, hand tools and moving machinery.  Operates forklifts, tractors and power equipment. Exposure to high levels of noise and to dust/gas/fumes/steam. Exposure to extreme cold below 32* and on occasion, exposure to extreme heat above 100*.  Exposure to vibration or oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.  Occasional entry into confined spaces, requiring kneeling, crawling, climbing and squatting.  Works at heights on scaffolding and/or on ladders.  Walks on uneven ground. Personal protective equipment required such as; protective eyewear, chemical suits, safety shoes and/or rubber footwear, gloves, hearing protection and a respirator. Heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs. for up to 6-8 hours per day, with a maximum lift of 75lbs. Work is performed standing, walking, bending and twisting waist for 4-6 hours per day. Repetitive foot movements. Occasionally reaches above and below shoulder height. Occasionally bends and twists neck. Repetitive hand movements with simple grasping of one hand with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Hearing acuity essential.  Color perception/discrimination, depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.  Performs a wide range of complex tasks. Adheres to a work schedule to meet production standards.

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : NC-Clayton:USNC0002 - Clayton 

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