Plant Technician

About the role

Poet is dedicated to being good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods. Founded over thirty-five years ago, Poet is a leading producer and marketer of bioethanol and sustainable products globally.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Join a dynamic team where technology, teamwork, and hands-on expertise converge to drive a 24/7 bioprocessing operation. As a Plant Technician, you'll operate advanced processing equipment, perform maintenance, and ensure the facility runs safely and efficiently.

• Operate advanced processing equipment and perform hands-on maintenance.
• Document maintenance activities and operate the DCS (Distributed Control System).
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and follow start-up, shut-down, cleaning, and batching procedures.
• Maintain logs, collect and test quality control samples, and adjust plant operations based on QA/QC results.
• Assist with preventive and predictive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to sanitation schedules.
• Ensure food safety and quality to uphold a best-in-class culture of quality.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a production environment preferred for Plant Technician I; documented successful performance as a Plant Technician I or equivalent work experience required for Plant Technician II; documented proficiency in skills listed in the Plant Technician III Skills Checklist for Plant Technician III.
• Working knowledge in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with software systems like Maximo is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working 12-hour shifts and meeting call-in requirements.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Wear PPE such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hazardous material suits, hearing protection, and harness.
• Work at extreme heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures.
• Use equipment/tools including forklifts, power washers, pallet jacks, hoists, scissor lifts, JLG lifts, telehandlers, front-end loaders, various hand tools, and computers.
• Frequent sitting, walking, carrying up to 15 lbs, lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing/pulling with varying forces, bending, twisting, turning, kneeling, and crouching.
• Occasional climbing in/out of Powered Industrial Vehicles, lifting up to 40 lbs, pushing/pulling with varying forces, bending, twisting, turning, kneeling, and crouching.
• Must be able to use equipment/tools safely and with proper training.