Instrumentation and Controls Specialist - Days

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Instrumentation and Controls Specialist - Days

Monday - Friday TBD 7:00am - 5:00pm

The hourly wage for this position is $43.50 to $45.24

New Hire Sign On Bonus - $2,000

What we’re about:

• Innovation-We consistently generate new ideas, thinking outside the box while remaining strategically focused. We always think in terms of possibilities, not limitations.
• Collaboration-We rely on open and honest communication to develop productive working relationships within and across our business units and functions. The mutual respect we have for our colleagues enables us to challenge each other, leading to an even more cohesive team.
• Focus-We maintain a laser-like focus on our consumers. We will grow by leveraging consumer insights on all of our brands and will continue to be industry leaders.
• Entrepreneurialism-We pride ourselves on fostering this spirit where risk-taking and action is encouraged. We are extremely competitive externally, but not internally.

This highly visible position is located at our Vancouver, WA facility.

What you’ll do:

Under general supervision, this position will provide plant instrumentation and controls support in the design, assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning of PLC-based control systems and instrumentation.  This individual will be engaged in the area of automation throughout the plant and will be responsible for leading troubleshooting activities and assisting with improvement/capital work related to automation and instrumentation.

Essential Functions:

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), company policies, safety policies and practices, quality standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Responsible at all times for ensuring that tasks are performed according to food safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines.
• Responsible at all times for promoting a safety culture and awareness within area of responsibility.  Support all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with the design and modification of new and existing process control and instrumentation systems.
• Act as a technical resource for capital projects relating to automation and controls infrastructure, etc.
• Under the direction of the Sr. Instrumentation and Controls Engineer, continually improve packaging and processing equipment controls logic for better efficiency and reduced waste.
• Assist plant Electricians, Maintenance Mechanics and Line Mechanics in all instrumentation and control-based troubleshooting, improvement initiatives, preventative maintenance and testing and other plant maintenance activities.
• Understand processing automation for troubleshooting and improving cycle time throughput. 
• Assist in instrument calibration activities throughout the facility.
• The individual may be required to provide electrical support and should be skilled in doing so safely.
• During certain periods the position may require a flexible work schedule, to be planned in advance, to support specific plant needs requiring instrumentation and controls support during non-standard work hours.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
• Promote fair and consistent adherence to all local and corporate policie