The Process Technician is responsible for safely monitoring the plant in the field and for all manual operations like packaging, sampling, minor maintenance, etc.

Job Responsibilities:

• Exhibit safe work practices in the monitoring of plant equipment, according to existing plans. In-process sampling, reporting unusual events, noises & vibrations to Shift Supervisor. Key duty is housekeeping in the production areas, understanding the plant policies for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and all food-grade plant requirements must be maintained.
• Packaging of finished goods by use of the packaging equipment
• Perform all manual operations in the production process like enzyme dosage, supply and removal of drums at the solvent distillation etc.
• Sampling of process fluids and solvents for in-process control
• Minor maintenance of plant equipment like lubrication, greasing, minor mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Receive deliverables such as starch, solvents and caustic by truck. Packaging of finished goods. Monitoring the outside parts of the plant and reporting any findings to Shift Supervisor.
• Respond to emergencies. Maintain all online and in-plant training requirements.

Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma is required. (Preferred Education, Fields of Study, Certifications: Mechanics, Electronics, and/or Chemical studies.)
• Minimum 1 - 3 years of relevant experience
• Good communication and verbal interpersonal skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot systems and processes.
• Make Plant Safety a priority.

Pay Rate:

Process Technician I starting rate is $26.75. After completion of training checklist, eligible for a $1 increase after the first 6 months.

*Starting pay and job level (Process Tech II/III) may vary based on relevant chemical experience*

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

•  Exposure to chemicals and other hazards, with requirements for training and proper PPE.
•  Will be required to lift 55 lbs., related to our finished packaging.

This position is a swing shift alternating days and nights every 2 weeks. 

• Compensation and Incentive plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
• Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• 401(k) with company match
• Education Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Support for Community Involvement