The role of this position is to learn and operate the desired functions of the Pilot and Demo plant. This includes but not limited to the following description: Be able to develop, test and evaluate multiple production scenarios to optimize production process. Make high quality sugars that meet or exceed expectations in a volume requested by our customers. The facility is to be kept at a high level of cleanliness and professionalism and it is a significant job function for operators.

Responsibility:

• · Be involved and help drive the evaluation, testing , operation and optimization efforts.
• · Able to read PID’s and trace lines to understand how systems are put together.
• · Able to effectively trouble shoot problems in the plant.
• · Maintain the plant in a high level of cleanliness and appearance as it is needs to be tour ready at all times .
• · Offer insights to process improvements, as well as process efficiency and quality.
• · Operate PC based control systems and have some experience with Variable Frequency Drives.
• · Operate and maintain equipment to manufacturer specifications and perform light maintenance as required.
• · Develop and adapt standard operating procedures for all plant components as needed.
• · Exhibit a strong safety attitude and always work in a safe manner.
• · Ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.
• · Provide a base understanding of plant electrical control and instruments
• · Aggressive nature in learning operations and support skills
• · Ability to work flexible hours and OT as required.
• · Maintain plant vehicle, forklift and boom lift. Operate the same in a safe and professional manner once trained.
• · Maintain all process paperwork required to optimize the process and quality of the product at high standards.
• · Operate various lab and demo plant equipment in order to produce necessary samples for customers including pretreatment, liquid/solid separations, enzymatic hydrolysis and evaporation.

Position Requirements:

• · High school graduate
• · Process operation or similar education or training a strong plus
• · Maintenance and equipment skills a plus
• · Knowledge of biomass and cellulosic processes a plus
• · A minimum of 5 years plant experience in an industrial environment.
• · Knowledge of biomass and cellulosic processes a plus
• · A minimum of 2 years plant experience in an industrial environment.
• · Experience working independently and as a team a requirement
• · Ability to manage priority and time for maximum effectiveness
• · Flexible during times of change
• · Strong written and oral skills
• · Must be able to learn, understand and apply new systems and technologies
• · Strong interpersonal skills
• · Other requirements as determined by the manager

Work Conditions:

• · Overtime or alternate work hours may be required to meet project/process deadlines.
• · Sitting for extended periods possible but infrequent
• · Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate PLC, equipment and laptop needed.
• · Physically be able to participate in all training including safety.
• · Standing and physically active for extended periods while operating the plant
• · Hot and cold environments will be expected with some dusty conditions at certain frequencies
• · Must be able to wear all PPE as required while at work
• · Uniforms will be provided

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE SEND A COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO : KBODDY@SWEETWATER.US

Sweetwater offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes 401k and health insurance.