Job Description

The Pilot Plant Technician will be responsible for supporting business growth through operating a range of production equipment, executing regular preventative maintenance, and working with customers to implement new products.

Pilot Plant Technician Responsibilities:

• Responsible to meet site safety requirements and product quality requirements.
• Perform and document pre-shift inspections on mobile equipment.
• Inspect and document work area for safety/environmental concerns.
• Maintain housekeeping in immediate work area and other areas as instructed.
• Maintain an inventory of critical spare parts.
• Operate equipment to produce new products that meet customer specifications
• Operate select lab instruments for characterization/production tracking
• Assemble and install equipment such as shafting, conveyors, tram rails, pumps, and piping
• Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
• Mobilize machinery and equipment
• Must be very good at troubleshooting “break downs” and capable of making repairs necessary to restore machinery to running conditions with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to perform basic electrical functions, such as disconnecting and then reconnecting motors.
• Work with a small team to Identify and investigate abnormal test results, conducting root cause analysis.
• Prepare and record documents that report the results of pilot plant/lab work.

Pilot Plant Technician Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED, or Trade School; Bachelor's in Science or Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating both lab and manufacturing equipment.
• Must be willing to receive training and operate both a Forklift and Scissor Lift.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience with safe industrial laboratory procedures including chemical handling.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience operating machinery and performing preventative maintenance & minor repairs.
• Experience tracking and qualifying material properties.

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