Plant Operations Specialist

6 days ago


Shelbyville Indiana, United States POET Full time
Job Summary

The Plant Operations Specialist is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all plant processing equipment and performing routine basic maintenance in a highly automated chemical facility. This role requires a strong understanding of bioprocessing processes and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate and maintain all plant processing equipment, including bioreactors, centrifuges, and pumps.
  • Perform routine basic maintenance tasks, such as cleaning and lubricating equipment, and replacing worn or damaged parts.
  • Monitor and control the plant's Distributed Control System (DCS) to ensure optimal process conditions.
  • Collect and test quality control samples, interpret results, and make adjustments to optimize plant operations.
  • Assist in the removal, installation, rebuild, and performance of preventive and predictive maintenance on all equipment associated with plant processes.
  • Notify management of safety, environmental, quality, and production concerns, problems, and opportunities.
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience in a production environment preferred.
  • Working knowledge in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning required.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills required.
  • Experience with software systems, such as Maximo, preferred.
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills required.
Work Environment

The Plant Operations Specialist will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with exposure to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, internal and external temperature/weather conditions, and chemicals. The role requires the ability to work at extreme heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and outdoors.

Physical Requirements
  • Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hazardous material suit, 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.
  • Must be able to use the following equipment/tools, with training provided: forklift, power washer, pallet jack, hoist systems, scissor lifts, JLG lifts, telehandlers, Front End Loaders, various hand tools, and computers.


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