Pilot Plant Technician

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*Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

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Pilot Plant Technician at a glance...

Under the direction and supervision of a Technician Manager, the Technician is responsible for supporting daily execution of pilot plant production activities and supporting technical projects. They will support pilot plant production trials, assist with pilot plant project initiatives, create work orders and POs, and assess equipment and utility malfunctions.

What's on the menu?

Partners with developers, other pilot plant technicians, and maintenance on critical work needs.

Support pilot plant projects from ideation to completion.

Assist with pilot plant production runs, sanitation, and swabbing requirements.

Complete training as well as lead training for others as needed.

Develop knowledge of food processing equipment and demonstrate understanding of operation and safety protocols.

Cultivate leadership to all employees on strict adherence to safety and GMP procedures.

Ability to complete computer work and use specific systems.

Ability to read, understand and follow batch sheets to assist developers in production.

Ability to operate, maintain, sanitize, and swab equipment safely.

Ability to work across multiple pilot plant areas.

Ability to safely lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis.

Ability to accurately weigh ingredients and complete lot sheets for batches.

Ability to inspect equipment and products for cleanliness, foreign material, etc.

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5+ years of experience in the food industry or manufacturing.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to operate and maintain equipment safely.

Knowledge of GMPs and Safety procedures and protocols.

Ability to balance multiple priorities and accommodate requests or change in schedule.

Working knowledge of food safety and quality standards.

Knowledge of GMPs and Safety procedures and protocols.

Strong communication skills required, both verbal and written.

Self-motivated and strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to balance multiple priorities and accommodate requests or change in schedule.

Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel skills required.

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Location(s)Glenview R&D Center

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