Process Technician

South Dakota Soybean Processors•Volga, SD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Technician coordinates the process operation of the preparation equipment with plant personnel to produce flaked raw soybeans for extraction and finished soy meal within required product and energy use specifications. Perform duties required to operate the preparation and finished meal equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Complete the necessary paperwork required in the record keeping of the preparation and finished meal process. Perform the necessary safety checks to maintain the equipment in safe and efficient operating condition. Communicate any process problems that may occur and participate in problem solving. Maintain Master Sanitation Schedule to SDSP sanitation standards. Perform tasks as assigned during operational and non-operational times. Process Techs are expected to learn basic knowledge of the R.O. system for starting, stopping, and knowing when a problem is occurring; basic knowledge of the boilers concerning operating in the event of a shutdown or start up; basic knowledge of the process and computers, ability to give the control room technician relief for short periods of time; procedures on sieve analysis, PerCon and how adjustments are made; and conduct a walkthrough of all areas of preparation, able to identify equipment and explain its purpose to the process. Comply with SDSP’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and polices. Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and overall organizational goals. Be a good steward of company resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to process new information and communicate with others both verbally and in writing.
Ability to train fellow associates and management staff
Consistently demonstrate basic math, computer, and typing skills
Actively participate as a team member to maintain a safe and positive work environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the process operation of the preparation equipment with plant personnel to produce flaked raw soybeans for extraction and finished soy meal within required product and energy use specifications.
Operate the preparation and finished meal equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Complete necessary paperwork for record keeping of the preparation and finished meal process.
Perform necessary safety checks to maintain equipment in safe and efficient operating condition.
Communicate process problems and participate in problem solving.
Maintain Master Sanitation Schedule to SDSP sanitation standards.
Perform tasks as assigned during operational and non-operational times.
Learn basic knowledge of the R.O. system for starting, stopping, and identifying problems.
Learn basic knowledge of boilers concerning operating during shutdowns or startups.
Gain basic knowledge of the process and computers, with the ability to provide relief to the control room technician for short periods.
Understand procedures on sieve analysis, PerCon, and how adjustments are made.
Conduct walkthroughs of all preparation areas, identify equipment, and explain its purpose.
Comply with SDSP’s Safe Quality Food (SQF) food safety program and policies.
Perform duties outside normal responsibilities as needed to support the team and overall organizational goals.
Be a good steward of company resources.