Plant Operator
POET•Mitchell, SD
•Onsite
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 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.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with software systems, such as Maximo, preferred.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skill may be put to a lot of other uses!
Benefits
- 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
- A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
- 'Family-first' culture
- Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
