Instrumentation & Controls Technician

Pay Range: $33.50 - $35.00

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As an Instrumentation & Controls Technician you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

The Instrumentation & Controls Technician is responsible for all instrumentation and control activities of the site. This is to include the complete, clear documentation of the test data while ensuring accuracy, and reliability of the equipment. The I&C Technician will ensure that all relevant UUT (Units Under Test) are verified within tolerance and work efficiently. This will be performed in a manner that ensures maximum safety. As an Instrumentation Technician you will be trained and assigned to work on Instrumentation equipment that is used to control Extraordinarily Hazardous Substances (EHS). This will be equipment that controls and measures Cl2 gas. This will be defined within the scope of the New Jersey State Toxic Catastrophic Prevention Act (TCPA). Employees will also be trained in Discharge Prevention Containment and Countermeasures (DPCC) regulations and are responsible for proper identification and notification of spills and leaks of hazardous substances.

The role:

As an Instrumentation & Controls Technician, you will help drive our goals by:

• Responsible for performing all duties in a safe manner, within compliance of all site policies and procedures.
• The Instrumentation and Controls Technician is accountable for the full understanding of controls that require a general knowledge of electrical low voltage, 120 VAC, 24 VDC with a control circuit knowledge of 4 to 20 mADC input / output / to / from instrument equipment. The understanding of pH, ORP, conductivity/resistivity. The understanding of pressure ("WC, PSIG, PSIA.), differential pressures, vacuum measurement (“Hg, mmHg...). The understanding of temperature measurement type (RTD’s, Type K, R, T, J... thermocouples), temperature controllers, batch controllers, flow meters, control valves, transducers (I / P’s), and tuning of control loop (PID Control = proportional, integral, derivative)
• Troubleshoot, inspect, test, maintain, repair, clean and calibrate instrumentation and control equipment.
• Familiar with computerized systems to enter and retrieve relevant data. PLC (Programable Logic Control) for the HMI (Human Managing Interface) display to navigate for instrument process calibration and trouble shooting.
• Perform regular inspections of plant instrumentation and control equipment.
• Assist in developing preventative and predictive maintenance procedures for plant instrumentation and control equipment.
• Interact with different Production Departments Supervisors and Operators. The PSRM group, Engineering, to effectively fabricate, install, troubleshoot new instrumentation devices.
• Provide technical guidance regarding instrumentation and control equipment.
• Responsible for maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of process control systems.
• Support the Company’s commitment for environmental health & safety and quality by applying RC 14001, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, the site’s Guiding Principles and Sustainability 2017 vision into daily activities.

Key Skills the will help you succeed in this role:

• H.S Diploma or Equivalent.
• Understanding of Instrumentation Calibration and Documentation
• Understanding of Linear / Rotation
• Understanding of pH, ORP
• Understanding of Pressure and Vacuum
• Understanding of Temperature and Humidity
• Understanding of Liquid Level
• Understanding of Timers
• Understanding of Control Valves
• Understanding of Gas Monitors
• Understanding of General Meters
• Understanding of Liquid / Gas Flow
• Understanding of Calipers – Desired
• Understanding of Fume Hood Face Velocity - Desired
• Understanding of Industrial HVAC Systems – Desired

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits , including health, life, disability and retirements plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift- based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription,  Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing  Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

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How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online.  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

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