Supervisor, Electrical Controls

Company: United States Sugar Corp
Location: Clewiston
Posted on: May 4, 2022

Job Description:

Why U.S. Sugar?Employees are our most valuable asset. When we succeed, our employees succeed. Many have an ownership stake in our privately held business through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). As we grow, we hire new employees who are knowledgeable, energetic and committed to keeping us on the cutting-edge of our industry. We reward them with challenging work, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where safety is our top priority.Job Summary: Oversee and supervise Electrical and Instrumentation (E&I) Technicians. Reviews work orders to determine priorities for the plant's E&I Work Center (process departments).

• Issue job assignments to the (E&I) technicians. Ensure work is completed to NEC code, specifications, on time and provide support for continuous production of plant operations. * Serve as a technical liaison for maintenance repairs and installations which require the use of raceway, wiring, circuitry, or other electrical/controls applications to ensure safe and efficient use of the systems. * Ensure technicians are working in conformance with applicable rules and regulations
• Staffing administrative support for vacation schedules, job evaluation and employee performance reviews, wage adjustment recommendations, disciplinary measures when necessary, etc.
• Participates in internal programs, such as technical and installations training.
• Inspect, repair, preventive maintenance of power distribution equipment, 13.8 Kv, 4.16 Kv, 2.4 Kv, 480V, 240/120V systems. Implement and monitor an "equipment testing program". Confirm compliance with industry and company standards.
• Respond to plant operations equipment failures, repairs required and assigning personnel.
• Provide equipment start-up planning and support.
• Installation and testing of new or upgraded electrical/control systems for "Capital" projects, Preventive Maintenance and or repairs.
• Oversees and participates in the development and implementation of power distribution systems, instrumentation and PLC systems. Provide input to system feasibility, equipment specifications, constructability and implement where appropriate.
• Tests new, older and upgraded electrical and control systems for performance and train users on systems as necessary
• Review changes in technology, categorizes products, estimate total installed costs and provide recommendations for potential implementation.
• Maintain viable records and files and prepare reports and summaries of activities. Provide reports for Scheduling of work orders and related estimated hours, manpower requirements plus reporting percent complete.
• Document and maintain a preventative maintenance program for electrical systems which include medium voltage switchgear, LV switchgear and MCC's, instrumentation, PLC and ASI Controls
  • High school degree min. (or equivalent)
  • 10 years min. - related experience
  • Experience working as an electrician and foreman
  • Proficient use and knowledge of the NEC and NESC
  • Supervise, train and promote good safety practices, PPE, Arc Flash protection, etc.
  • Past experience supervising an Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls installation and maintenance crew
  • Experience with 138Kv-13.8 Kv switchyards, substations and 13.8 Kv power lines - is a plus
  • Experience with ASI Controls, Rockwell, "ControLogix" PLC's and "DeviceNet" control systems - is a plus
  • Provide written reports to management as required, i.e. tasks scheduling, work order status, progress reports and manpower requirements
  • Good communications skills and coordination with plant personnel, department managers, contractors and subcontractors.* Conducts on-the-job training where required. * Determines work methods and types of materials to be used on electrical maintenance and upgrade projects.Equal Employment Opportunity PolicyUnited States Sugar Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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