Senior Pilot Plant / R&D Technician

MLC • Sainte Genevieve, MO

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join MLC’s Research & Development team and play a hands-on role in advancing new technologies, testing innovative process solutions, and supporting customers through equipment deployments and technical service projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing plant, industrial facility, or pilot plant environment.
• Experience performing mechanical maintenance, fabrication, equipment assembly, or industrial troubleshooting.
• Ability to safely use shop tools and equipment for cutting, grinding, welding, and general mechanical work.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to travel to customer locations as needed.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with lime manufacturing processes, including calcination, hydration, bulk material handling, or related mineral processing operations.
• Millwright, maintenance, fabrication, or mechanical trade experience.
• Experience commissioning, operating, or troubleshooting industrial equipment in customer-facing environments.
• Forklift certification or experience operating mobile industrial equipment.
• Experience supporting pilot plant, process development, or R&D testing activities.
• Working knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and sample evaluation techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, hands-on approach to technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain mobile equipment systems used for customer demonstrations, trials, and technical service projects.
• Travel to customer sites to install, commission, and support lime storage and handling equipment while training operators on safe and effective use.
• Support pilot plant and full-scale testing activities through equipment setup, execution, sampling, data collection, and reporting.
• Build, modify, repair, and maintain mechanical systems and process equipment used in R&D and technical service applications.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, plant personnel, and operations teams to safely execute development projects and process improvements.
• Utilize plant and process knowledge to streamline testing activities and improve sample collection and evaluation efforts.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, customers, and internal stakeholders to support project objectives and equipment solutions.
• Perform laboratory testing, operate forklifts and other industrial equipment, and assist with ongoing technical service and innovation initiatives.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with employer match and additional employer-funded contribution.
• Tuition Reimbursement for 100% of approved eligible education expenses after six months of employment.
• Paid vacation and recognized company-paid holidays.
• Health Savings & Wellness Benefits including Employer HSA contributions, a comprehensive wellness program, and $100 annually toward a gym membership.
• Disability & Employee Assistance Coverage including company-provided disability insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Eligibility for performance-based incentive opportunities.
• Access to professional development resources and opportunities.
• Coming soon…Student Loan Reimbursement assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED