Instrumentation Technologist
Elmira, ON, CA, N3B 3A3
Employee Type: Regular
Who we are
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.1 billion in 2021. The company currently has about more than 13.000 employees in 33 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.
The Elmira facility is a state of the art production facility used to manufacture synthetic lubricants and additives for lubricants, plastics and rubber. In addition to the main production facilities we have a comprehensive wastewater treatment system that is used to treat all of the process wastewater that is generated on site, and a groundwater treatment system to remove historic contaminants prior to discharge. The Elmira site is also home to a pilot plant, which is used by our scientists and engineers to develop and test new products and production processes.
Situated on 75 acres (of which 22 acres are used for operations), the manufacturing facility operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our hourly employees are represented by the United Steelworkers Union.
The West Hill facility began its operations in 1962, The first operation at the West Hill site consisted of a custom blending facility for a major Canadian oil and gas company. In 1992, the property at 565 Coronation Drive was purchased. It currently houses offices, a research and development laboratory and a finished goods warehouse.
Today, around 100 employees work at the West Hill facility where we manufacture Grease and Specialty Additives. Our grease is used to keep machinery running smoothly in food processing, manufacturing, marine, power generation and many other industries. Our Specialty Additives and lubricants are used in automotive, marine and aviation oils, transmission fluids and fuels to enhance performance and extend engine life.
Both sites (Elmira and West Hill) are registered under the ISO 9001 quality management and ISO 14001 environmental management standards.
Job Highlights
- Work safely in a chemical plant environment as part of a team, or in an individual setting, complying with all LANXESS safety procedures and standards.
- Understand, comply with and implement the requirements of the Lanxess Functional Safety Standard.
- Implement the requirements of ISO 9000/RC14001 within the context of instrumentation (e.g. instrumentation calibrations)
- Maintain and fill out all required occupational safety, functional safety and instrumentation forms, documentation and records in a timely manner.
- Implement, or diagnose and resolve problems with field instrumentation systems (i.e. temperature, pressure, flow, liquid analytical, and level), process control loops, final control elements (valves and motors), as well as control system interlocking and software issues.
- Install and maintain various wirelessHART control and monitoring systems.
- Participate in Root Cause Analysis studies as needed to identify root causes of failures within the scope of instrumentation and control systems, and implement corrective actions as identified
- Participate in Failure mode evaluations to increase reliability in plant equipment.
- Perform data entry tasks on tablets/computers for daily activities and SAP updating as required.
Requirements
- Instrumentation & Control Engineering Technology Diploma (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
- 2 to 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Be able to work to a high level of safety, either independently, or as part of a team.
- Understanding of Emerson’s AMS Device Manager is a requirement as well as knowledge on PLC/DCS systems, preferably DeltaV.
- HIMA, Allen Bradley, and Siemens maintenance/configuration skills and some knowledge of SQL Server is an asset.
- Have a good understanding of the following field network systems/protocols; Foundation Fieldbus, ASi-bus, and Profibus.
- Use of MS Office components (Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint) is required.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, possess excellent troubleshooting and reasoning skills and have strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis and FMEA principals and familiarity on the following systems is an asset: OSIpi, Finito, TrendMiner, Aveva PI Vision and PlantWeb Optics, Vibration monitoring software, and SAP.
What we offer you
- Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
- Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
- Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
- Diversity: At LANXESS, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. We believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We adhere to all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment, including the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all candidates.
LANXESS is dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We promote a culture of respect, integrity, and teamwork, where differences are celebrated and embraced as essential components of our success. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities to ensure their equal participation in the application and interview process.
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