Day Shift Automation Engineer Contract Jobs in Decatur, IL

Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressings, mayonnaise and sauces. Stratas Foods was formed in October 2008 as a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies (ACH) and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood, NJ; Hillside, NJ: Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA.  Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN.  We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees.  We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

The Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, calibration, and reliability of all instrumentation and control systems across the plant. This includes supervising maintenance, contractors and IC techs. Ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and supporting operational efficiency through reliable control systems. The role serves as the technical expert for instrumentation and automation systems including PLCs, ( Insert additional Controls/Processes )and process control instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise local maintenance and outside technicians.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for control systems and instrumentation.
• Provide maintenance staff development.

• Maintenance & Reliability:

• Plan and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance on control systems and instrumentation.
• Ensure the proper calibration and certification of instruments and devices.
• Troubleshoot complex issues involving PLCs, ( List additional )

• Project & Change Management:

• Assist in the design and implementation of control system upgrades and modifications.
• Manage small capital projects related to automation or control system enhancements.

• Compliance & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations related to instrumentation.
• Maintain documentation for inspections, audits, calibrations, and changes to control systems.

• Communication & Collaboration:

• Work closely with operations, engineering, and reliability teams to support plant performance.
• Act as the liaison with vendors and contractors for technical support and system upgrades.

Education and Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in industrial instrumentation and control systems.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or lead experience preferred.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of PLCs, ( List additional ) and instrumentation calibration.
• Familiar with ISA standards, NEC codes, and safety regulations.
• Proficient in reading P&IDs, loop drawings, and control logic.
• Experience with control system platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Honeywell, or Emerson.

Certifications (Preferred):

• ISA Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) or similar credential.

Combination of office and plant/field environments.
May require occasional climbing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), or work in confined spaces.
Availability for emergency call-ins and on-call rotation.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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