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Technician – Pilot Plant
4 months ago
About IFDC
IFDC is a public international organization active in 27 countries in Africa, Asia, and America. IFDC uniquely approaches the global issues of food security and poverty by bridging the gap between research and impact, combining science-based innovations, holistic market systems development, an enabling policy environment, and strategic partnerships to assist farmers and countries to identify and scale sustainable agricultural solutions, including improved nutrient use efficiency. These approaches are needed to boost soil health and crop productivity while reducing the environmental impact of fertilizer use. IFDC translates research into action by using locally driven, environmentally sound, and impact-oriented solutions. With our partners, we seek to close the yield gap, eradicate global hunger, safeguard the soil on which our lives depend, and generate economic resilience for farming households and the countries in which they live.
IFDC is currently seeking passionate individuals to join its team, as the organization continues to expand its impact and work towards creating positive changes in agriculture and sustainable soil management across the world.
Responsibilities
This position involves providing technical and mechanical support for process and product development and of various fertilizer materials in the IFDC Pilot Plant facilities. The Technician-Pilot Plant demonstrates an intermediate-level competency in the IFDC Pilot Plant subject matter. Duties may include:
- Setup plant equipment (solids feeders, conveyors, pumps, etc.).
- Operate plant equipment in accordance with safety guidelines and standard operating procedures, perform periodic readings of plant processes, and record data and observations during pilot runs.
- Monitoring process/equipment and use of individual judgment and experience to make equipment and process adjustments.
- Clean and dismantle processes as needed after completion of pilot runs.
- Demonstrate intermediate-level core competencies in fertilizer technology via experience and cross-training across the IFDC facilities (Granulation, Physical Properties, Briquetting, etc.), and assist in training of Associate Technicians.
- Work with the Senior Technician-Pilot Plant to perform scheduled and emergency plant maintenance as required, such as pump rebuild/repair, piping/tubing installation, and equipment troubleshooting, while adhering to all safety standards (i.e. lock out/tag out, etc.).
- Work with engineers on completion and execution of project scope and report process observations and recommendations.
- Work with the Analytical Lab, including chemists, scientists, and laboratory technicians, to coordinate sample collection, transfer, analysis, storage, and disposal.
- Adhere to IFDC safety program and provided training, including application of training to individual daily tasks (i.e. Lock out/tag out, etc.)
- Various other duties including but not limited to inspection and cleanup of plant facilities and surrounding areas, area housekeeping, and product sample bagging and shipment.
Job Requirements
- Minimum of High School diploma/equivalent (GED) with relevant work experience. Associate degree or relevant Technical Training (machinist, welding, pipefitting, etc.) is preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of previous relevant work experience. Compensation may be adjusted according to experience.
- Intermediate-level knowledge of manufacturing and/or production processes and experience with nitrogen and phosphate-based fertilizer processes, materials, and equipment.
- Experience working with hazardous and/or corrosive materials related to the fertilizer industry, such as anhydrous ammonia, acids, bases, etc.
- Experience working with hot materials, such as steam, molten urea, and molten sulfur.
- Dedication to workplace safety, including completion of mandatory safety training and compliance with IFDC safety policies and standards, and willingness to wear the appropriate provided PPE as required by duty.
- Ability to train under the Senior Technician-Pilot Plant to expand job responsibilities and mechanical/technical expertise over time.
Reporting and Work Relationships
This position reports to the Pilot Plant Coordinator and works with the Engineering and Pilot Plant team.
Location
This is a national recruitment with a duty station in the IFDC office based in IFDC HQ, Muscle Shoals, AL.
Benefits
IFDC's benefits include annual and sick leave, health, dental, vision and group life insurance coverage, a 13th-month salary, social security and pension contribution in compliance with local laws.
Salary Clause
The salary grade for this position is BG-5 with a minimum annual starting salary of USD 38,647.
The determination of new employee salaries takes into account various factors. These include the salary range linked to the assigned job grade, the candidate's qualifications in relation to the job's responsibilities and prerequisites, internal fairness, the competitive state of the job market, as well as potential organizational and budgetary considerations.
Diversity Clause
IFDC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, and offers equal employment opportunities based on ability, performance, and potential. Equal opportunity is integral to the recruitment and selection practices at IFDC. IFDC recognizes the value in recruiting employees with different backgrounds, knowledge, experiences, perspectives, and beliefs. IFDC recognizes and values the contribution of people with a diverse background in capabilities, experience, and perspectives. Diversity encompasses gender, age, experience, education, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds as well as other dimensions such as lifestyle and family responsibilities.
