Instrumentation Technician - Nights - Dubuque, IA

Company: Simmons Pet Food Inc
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Purpose of the Position Installs, calibrates and preserves automated industrial machinery. Essential Position Responsibilities Maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of all packaging and process systems, including site auxiliary equipment, in a safe efficient manner. Executes routine work assignments which include support in instrumentation, packaging and process controls, P-L-C, electronic equipment troubleshooting and frequency drives. Troubleshoots issues and performs necessary maintenance . Monitors various valves and meters to ensure proper operation. Analyzes and improves performance parameters of the automated system. Conducts preventative maintenance . Maintains records of maintenance performed, work orders requested and parts requested. Performs daily, weekly, monthly and annual electrical PM’s when required. Communicate and train production staff on electrical hazards and techniques in maintenance. Has an understanding of NEC codes knowledge and ability to read/decipher blueprints, drawings and schematics. Participates as a member of the Team . Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization. Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the PLC Controls Technician and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position. Physical Activities : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net Travel: N/A. Technical Experience: Technical College or Vocational training in PLC controls, Allen Bradley programming. Industry Experience: Good background in manufacturing. Minimum Education : High School Diploma or equivalent Preferred Education : N/A ZR2

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