Pilot Plant Technician

JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for assisting with organizing and performing pilot plant trials and associated support work under general supervision. This is a temporary contract position for the pilot plant operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Perform pilot plant trials in a safe and efficient manner under supervision
2. Set-up, operate and clean food-processing equipment under supervision
3. Support Packaging requirements for finished product
4. Maintain equipment in good sanitary and working condition
5. Maintain and practice safety in the work area
6. Adhere to all facility policies concerning safety, security, Good Laboratory and Good Manufacturing Practices (GLP & GMP)
7. Organize and record data as outlined in the pilot plant request
8. Prepare summaries of trial results with recommendations for processing/product improvements based on observations
9. Working skills/knowledge of equipment and unit operations in the pilot plant. Support all departments based on trial demands.
10. Provide hands on support to Project Leaders, Pilot Plant Team Members and others in pilot plant with preparation, execution, follow up, review and process improvement with trial work.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):
* High School Diploma (or GED)
* Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment and operations or mechanical background
* Ability to become a licensed forklift operator
* Good mechanical skills or aptitude
* Good teamwork, interpersonal, communication, organization, math and writing skills
* Computer literacy

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