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Power and Controls Manager, Decatur

Date Posted: Jun 26, 2026
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    Location Decatur, Illinois, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Apply Before: Sep 24, 2026
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Job Description

Overview

Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients derived from plant-based sources. The Power and Controls Manager will oversee electrical systems and instrumentation at the corn wet milling facility, ensuring safe and efficient operations while managing a team of electricians and technicians to support production goals.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of 25-30 employees in electrical maintenance
  • Schedule and prioritize electrical work orders to minimize downtime
  • Develop and implement electrical preventive maintenance programs
  • Maintain and troubleshoot plant electrical systems including motors, MCCs, VFDs, transformers
  • Ensure compliance with NFPA 70E, OSHA, and local electrical codes
  • Control the electrical maintenance budget and manage spare parts inventory
  • Conduct electrical safety training for staff and manage capital project electrical aspects
  • Provide technical support to plant operations and apply automation technology knowledge

Required skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance, preferably in food or chemical manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of power distribution, PLC programming, and instrumentation
  • Leadership and team development skills
  • Familiarity with reliability practices (RCAS, 5 WHY, Fishbone)
  • Knowledge of CMMS systems, preferably SAP
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Preferred certifications: Professional Engineer (PE), NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certification, PLC/DCS programming cert

What the company offers

  • Competitive pay
  • Multiple healthcare plan choices
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Life, AD&D, and voluntary insurance plans
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • Floating days off
  • Parental leave for new parents
  • Employee resource groups
  • Learning and development programs
  • Fun culture with opportunities to shape the future

Skills Required

Company Overview

Primient
Tennessee, United States of America
23 Current Jobs Openings

Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. With a commitment to safety, excellence, integrity, and growth, Primient invests in its plants and people to drive their business forward in t... Read More

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