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For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.\nBENEFITS & PERKS\nEligible Team Members may receive\n$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)\n\nPaid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!\n\nComprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution\n\nCompetitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions\n\n401K with company match\n\nPaid Parental Leave\n\nTuition reimbursement\n\nAttractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations\n\nSafety and cold weather gear reimbursements\n\nDiscounted home and auto insurance\n\nAll POET Team Members enjoy\nA multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person - mentally, physically, and spiritually\n\n'Family-first' culture\n\nOnsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements\n\nJOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES\n***$2,000 Sign-On Bonus***\nDay Shift: Monday-Friday!\nThe Instrumentation & Electrical Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and identifying root-cause issues, repairing or replacing parts and rewiring and installing related instrument/electrical goods at the bioprocessing facility. The Instrumentation & Electrical Technician ensures that all work performed follows electrical codes and tests and inspects and repairs issues when they occur. Team members in this position will communicate any problems or concerns to the management team. This role is also responsible for reviewing all electrical procedures for the bioprocessing facility, assisting in developing pertinent electrical programs and training team members. Continuous plant operation includes 24/7 schedules. Team member must be able to meet call-in requirements as needed.\nThis is an on-site role located in Corning, IA. Responsibilities include:\nTroubleshoot and identify a root cause, repair, or replace parts, rewire and install related instrument/electrical goods including conduit and/or wiring.\nEnsure that all work performed is completed by following all local electrical codes. Including 4160V, 480V, 220V, 110V, 24V DC and 4-20 mA loops and circuits as applicable to the location.\nTroubleshoot PLC/DCS I/O including 4-20mA loops, 120V/24DC I/O.\nResponsible for all preventative and proactive electrical maintenance and compliance procedures.\nAssist with emergency and scheduled shutdowns while performing regular mechanical duties as directed.\nCalibrate, configure, and repair of measurement/control instruments for flow, level, pressure, temperature, and pH including associated valves and valve actuators.\nUnderstand electrical and instrumentation equipment associated with plant processing equipment.\nPossess a strong understanding of motor control circuits and electric motors.\nInform management of any instrument/electrical parts needed and assist with maintaining the required instrument/electronic/electrical parts inventories.\nDocument and record: utilizing inventory control systems, maintaining calibration records, ordering parts, work with outside contractors, etc.\nWork with the management team and all staff daily to ensure the operation and all facilities are operating to standards.\nUnderstand how equipment and instrument/electronic controls operate and are utilized to operate the plant.\nMaintain work area to include cleanliness, serviceability, and accountability of all tools and supplies.\nAccomplish all other tasks, work orders, cleaning assignments or other duties as assigned by the management team.\nAssist in developing, training, and reviewing all pertinent instrument/electrical programs and procedures including Arc Flash Hazards and electrical integrity.\nMaintain licensing by attending state required code classes as required by location/leader.\nBe expected to receive calls after hours, including weekends and holidays, in the event of an emergency bioprocessing situation that would require electronic or instrument/electrical expertise.\nAlways maintain a team environment and champion POET in the community.\nFoster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.\nMaintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.\nSince we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!\nQUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS\nAssociate’s degree in an electrical training program or equivalent is required.\nJourneyman or Master License preferred but may be required based on location.\nThorough knowledge of standard electrical equipment and work practices is required.\nAbility to troubleshoot, maintain, and install 4160V, 480V, 220V, 110V motors and breakers, protective relays, PLC’s, transformers, motor control centers, lights, breakers, panels, and other miscellaneous electrical equipment as applicable to the work location.\nTroubleshoot PLC/DCS I/O including 4-20mA loops, 120V/24DC I/O.\nExcellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.\nYou know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. You’re capable of learning new programs.\nRead and translate the information found within all: PLC code, Schematic wiring, and Ladder and P&ID’S process diagrams.\nIndustrial network experience.\nMinimum of 1-3 year(s) of related work experience\nExperience with 3 phase electrical systems up to 4160V 3 phase.\nA SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE\nHigh level of personal integrity\nInterpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization\nDemonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills\nAbility to embrace and promote change\nInnovative mindset\nAbility to think objectively\nSelf-awareness in the face of uncertainty\nAbility to work in a team environment\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT\nThis role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:\nOccasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.\nClimbing several flights of stairs and ladders.\nOpening valves.\nOccasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds.\nData entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour.\nWalking up to two (2) or more miles per day.\nPushing brooms, shovels, etc.\nWorking at heights, in confined spaces and at temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees.\nStanding for extended periods of time.\nWearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).\nUsing hand and power tools.\nThis position is largely self-directed and requires a thorough understanding of company policy, procedures, and values. Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements at all times and in all work environments. This position is exposed to work in multiple environments, including plant, laboratory, as well as an office environment. The team member may be exposed to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, internal and external temperature/weather conditions, and chemicals.\nDue to the physical and safety sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.\nCULTURE IS KING AT POET\nWe’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!\nGROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES\nAt POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.\nPOET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. 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