Instrumentation & Controls Specialist

Overview

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day. The Instrumentation & Controls Specialist performs duties under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor with technical support from the Instrument & Controls Engineer to maintain the plant’s instrumentation and controls systems at peak operating conditions. The position makes decisions based upon sound maintenance practices and business needs assessment. This position is located onsite in Florence, KY.

Responsibilities

Site Instrumentation and Process Control Functions:

• Perform instrument calibrations – adjust or replace instrument as needed.
• Perform batching system performance checks to verify system is operating within tolerances.
• Maintain appropriate documentation as required in the instrumentation calibration program.
• Assist in the development and implementation of processes needed to maintain the controls system at 'World Class' standards.
• Participate on large project teams in the development of control/instrumentation system specifications and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of new equipment systems.
• Lead the development and execution of small projects that are electrical/controls in nature.

Site Maintenance Support:

• Responsible for outage planning, parts planning, schedule development and execution.
• Perform system start-ups and operational checkouts on systems including configuration, wiring, calibration, grounding and power testing.
• Reload and reboot PLC to restore faulted equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections.
• Provide hardware and software application support assistance to engineers, maintenance and production.
• Setup and configure replacement electronic and controls components to fit specific applications.
• Specify, organize and maintain adequate spare parts and modules for control and instrumentation systems.
• Tune automatic feedback control loops using PID controllers.
• Utilize technical materials such as equipment manuals, SDS, safety materials, system drawings, Process and Instrument Diagrams (P&ID's), electrical schematics, PLC ladder logic and blueprints to troubleshoot and maintain systems.
• Frequent switching of breakers from 0 - 480V, and occasional switching of 13kV breakers

Qualifications

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required. 

• Postsecondary Degree in Instrument Technology or equivalent industry experience preferred.

• Documented training in control and instrumentation troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance.

• A minimum of 5 years industrial manufacturing experience.
• Chemical manufacturing is preferred.
• Track record of increased technical competence and responsibilities.

Equity and Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.