Instrumentation Controls Technician

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk ; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™ , a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com .

how fairlife Nourishes You

At fairlife, we believe in better — and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and well-being resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)

Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance

Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)

Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support

401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match

Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support

Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability

Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)

Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)

Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential

Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Instrument Controls Technician (ICT) to join our milk processing and packaging engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems that keep our production lines running safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with food safety regulations.

Shift schedule: 12 Hour Nights This is a night shift position , with hours from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM . The role follows a rotating 2-2-3 schedule: two days on, two days off, three days on, followed by two days off, two days on, and three days off. Team members will work every other weekend , including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Key Responsibilities

Instrumentation & Calibration

Calibrate and maintain field instruments including temperature sensors (RTDs, thermocouples), pressure transmitters, flow meters, level sensors, and pH/conductivity analyzers

Perform scheduled and corrective calibration using certified test equipment and maintain accurate calibration records

Inspect, test, and service control valves, actuators, and automated valve assemblies used in processing, CIP, and filling systems

Process Control Systems

Support and troubleshoot PLC based control systems on the Processing and Packaging lines

Assist in PID troubleshooting and optimization to maintain critical process parameters (temperature, pressure, flow)

Perform HMI and SCADA alarm management and support system upgrades

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Diagnose and repair instrumentation and control failures on filling lines, blow molders, cappers, labelers, and conveyors

Diagnose and repair VFD, Servo, motor and pump failures

Respond to production trouble calls and minimize unplanned downtime

Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and quality teams to resolve recurring equipment issues

Food Safety & Sanitary Standards

Assist with maintaining and verifying critical process recording devices

Support SIP (sterilize-in-place) and CIP (clean-in-place) system instrumentation integrity

Participate in internal audits, HACCP reviews, and regulatory inspections

Safety & Compliance

Follow all LOTO/LOTO procedures, confined space protocols, and permit-to-work systems

Work safely in wet, cold, and sanitary environments consistent with GMP requirements

Adhere to OSHA regulations and facility safety programs

Documentation

Update electrical drawings, P&IDs, and instrument data following any modifications

Maintain work orders and equipment history in CMMS (e.g., D365)

Prepare calibration certificates and regulatory compliance records

Qualifications

Required

3+ years of experience as an Instrument Technician in a food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing environment

Proficiency with HART communicators and calibration tools (Fluke, or equivalent)

Working knowledge of PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and HMI/SCADA platforms

Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, electrical schematics, and instrument data sheets

Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently under pressure

Preferred

Associate's degree or technical certification in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Industrial Automation

Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000, FactoryTalk, Siemens or similar platforms

Knowledge of CIP/SIP system controls and automated valve sequencing

Knowledge of communications protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet, AS-i, Modbus )

NICET certification or equivalent instrumentation training

Experience supporting regulatory inspections (FDA, USDA, or state dairy authority)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Standing for extended periods is common along with sitting, kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching, crawling, climbing, grasping, lifting and carrying

Work performed in processing and packaging areas — exposure to wet, noisy conditions

Ability to lift to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work at heights

Must be able to wear required PPE including Arc Rated clothing, hearing protection, safety glasses, and slip-resistant footwear

Availability for 12-hour shift work and OT during planned maintenance

May be required to operate a man lift or forklift. Certification is available.

Food Safety Requirements

Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.

Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.

Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.

Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.

Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.

Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

position location: Goodyear, AZ

reports to: Automation Engineering Department

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of 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. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so