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Plant Technician

POET Gowrie Township, IA

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world. About Poet POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). POET complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Job Summary & Responsibilities The Plant Technician is responsible for the operation of all plant processing equipment and performing routine basic maintenance in a highly automated chemical facility. In the area of maintenance, Plant Technicians are responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance, basic repair, and cleaning of all equipment associated with bioprocessing processes. Use your knowledge to maintain and operate all processes associated with the plant where required. Perform maintenance and basic repairs of plant equipment and document these activities. Operate the DCS (Distributed Control System) for the plant. Safely perform basic electrical troubleshooting. Follow procedures for plant start-up, shut-down, cleaning, and batching. Maintain accurate and timely logs. Collect and test quality control samples, interpret QA/QC results and make adjustments to optimize plant operations, timely and accurately document results and enter results into our data collection system, PI. Assist in removal, installation, rebuild, and performance of preventive and predictive maintenance on all equipment associated with plant processes. Help keep your plant clean by following the sanitation schedule and completing all tasks as assigned. Notify the management team of safety, environmental, quality, and production concerns, problems, and opportunities. Keep your plant safe by fostering a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance. Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community. Qualifications & Skills High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience requirements: Plant Technician I: experience in a production environment preferred. Plant Technician II: Documented successful performance as a Plant Technician I or equivalent work experience required. Plant Technician III: Documented proficiency in the skills listed in the Plant Technician III Skills Checklist. Working knowledge in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning is required. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are required. Experience with software systems, such as Maximo, preferred. Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change. You have the ability to understand the technical and day-to-day operation of a bioprocessing facility. You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. You’re capable of learning new programs. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements at all times and in all work environments. This position is exposed to work in multiple environments, including plant, laboratory, and office environments. You may be exposed to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, internal and external temperature/weather conditions, and chemicals. Due to the physical and safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. This role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as: Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hazardous material suits, hearing protection, and harness. Working at extreme heights (approximately 150 ft), in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and outdoors. Due to the nature of the work, the areas can be dusty at times. Must be able to use the following equipment/tools, with training provided (not all-encompassing): forklift, power washer, pallet jack, hoist systems, scissor lifts, JLG lifts, telehandlers, Front-End Loaders, various hand tools, and computers. Benefits & Perks Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share) Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program! Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions 401K with company match Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements Discounted home and auto insurance Culture We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins! Growth & Development Opportunities At POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Floor Technician jobs in Gowrie