Pilot Plant Operator

Milwaukee, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Operate maintain and troubleshoot equipment in a pilot-scale facility for research and development ensuring safety and efficiency. This involves running processes based on instructions collecting and analyzing samples documenting data maintaining equipment and collaborating with engineers and scientists to support process development and production. Key responsibilities include adhering to safety protocols setting up equipment and contributing to quality control and optimization.

Key duties and responsibilities

Equipment operation:Set up configure and operate specialized pilot plant machinery following process instructions batch sheets and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This includes handling raw materials and processing products.
Safety and compliance:Enforce all safety rules wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and participate in safety programs. This also includes maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment.
Data and documentation:Collect samples for testing perform basic lab analyses and accurately record and input all process information and production data.
Maintenance and troubleshooting:Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on equipment. Utilize troubleshooting skills to resolve process deviations and address relatedproblems.
Collaboration and support:Work closely with engineers scientists and other technicians to support R&D operations experiments and production.
Process improvement:Assist in developing and documenting SOPs and identify opportunities for plant and process optimization.
Material handling:Load and unload materials from containers like drums bags and totes.

Required skills and qualifications:

Technical skills:Ability to operate and troubleshoot industrial and mechanical equipment and familiarity with process control systems like DCS or PLC is often required.
Safety consciousness:A strong commitment to safety including chemical handling hazard awareness and emergency response.
Analytical skills:Ability to collect and interpret data and conduct basic laboratory tests.
Attention to detail:Crucial for accurate data recording following instructions and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Computer proficiency:Basic to intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software are necessary for data entry and documentation.
Physical ability:Ability to lift and move materials stand for extended periods and work in various conditions which may include heat.
Experience:Prior experience in a manufacturing plant or laboratory environment is typically required.
Education:A high school diploma or equivalent is standard but technical training or a degree in a science or related field is often preferred.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC

Equipment operation:Set up configure and operate specialized pilot plant machinery following process instructions batch sheets and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This includes handling raw materials and processing products.
Safety and compliance:Enforce all safety rules wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and participate in safety programs. This also includes maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment.
Data and documentation:Collect samples for testing perform basic lab analyses and accurately record and input all process information and production data.
Maintenance and troubleshooting:Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on equipment. Utilize troubleshooting skills to resolve process deviations and address relatedproblems.
Collaboration and support:Work closely with engineers scientists and other technicians to support R&D operations experiments and production.
Process improvement:Assist in developing and documenting SOPs and identify opportunities for plant and process optimization.
Material handling:Load and unload materials from containers like drums bags and totes.

Required skills and qualifications:

Technical skills:Ability to operate and troubleshoot industrial and mechanical equipment and familiarity with process control systems like DCS or PLC is often required.
Safety consciousness:A strong commitment to safety including chemical handling hazard awareness and emergency response.
Analytical skills:Ability to collect and interpret data and conduct basic laboratory tests.
Attention to detail:Crucial for accurate data recording following instructions and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
Computer proficiency:Basic to intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software are necessary for data entry and documentation.
Physical ability:Ability to lift and move materials stand for extended periods and work in various conditions which may include heat.
Experience:Prior experience in a manufacturing plant or laboratory environment is typically required.
Education:A high school diploma or equivalent is standard but technical training or a degree in a science or related field is often preferred.

We Make it Easy

Founded in 1901 MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4000 employers covering more than one million employees.

We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company not an agency recruiter.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

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