The Mid-Level Process Instrumentation Supervisor is responsible for the operation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all field instrumentation related to mixing, baking, cooking, and thermal processing lines. This role ensures instruments are working efficiently to meet production, safety, and compliance standards, while supporting junior staff and coordinating with production and QA teams.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on instrumentation used in critical process areas (mixers, ovens, kettles, cookers, batch tanks).
Calibrate and validate temperature sensors (RTDs, thermocouples), flow meters, pressure transmitters, level switches, etc.
Ensure traceable calibration logs as per internal SOPs and regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 22000, BRC).
Oversee or assist in the installation, wiring, and loop-checking of instruments during projects or equipment upgrades.
Collaborate with automation and controls teams to ensure accurate integration into PLC/SCADA/DCS systems.
Use testing equipment (multimeter, loop calibrators, HART communicators) to diagnose sensor and loop faults.
Minimize downtime by addressing faults promptly and reporting chronic issues for long-term fixes.
Maintain detailed records of calibration, maintenance, and repair activities.
Ensure adherence to GMP, HACCP, and food safety requirements during all instrumentation activities.
Participate in internal/external audits and provide necessary documentation.
Guide junior technicians and coordinate daily tasks.
Ensure safe work practices, proper tool use, and hygiene compliance during maintenance in food contact areas.
Assist engineering or automation leads in improvement projects.
Process-critical instrumentation in food processing (temperature, pressure, flow, level)
Calibration and documentation in compliance with food safety standards
Troubleshooting and repair of sensor and loop faults
Integration with PLC/SCADA for batch process control
Support installation, commissioning, and SOP development
Supervision of junior techs and cross-functional coordination
Diploma or B.Tech in Instrumentation / Electronics / Mechatronics Engineering
3–6 years of experience in instrumentation maintenance in a food-grade or hygienic processing plant
Strong knowledge of instrument loop drawings, P&IDs, and control schematics
Familiarity with sensors from Endress+Hauser, Rosemount, IFM, Baumer, WIKA, Siemens, etc.
Hands-on experience with HART protocol, loop calibrators, and panel wiring basics