Plant Technician

About the role

Poet is dedicated to being good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources into energy and other valuable goods. For over thirty years, we've driven innovation and sustainability to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a global leader in sustainable products.

Responsibilities

• Use your knowledge to maintain and operate all processes associated with the plant.
• Perform maintenance and basic repairs of plant equipment and document these activities.
• Operate the DCS (Distributed Control System) for the plant.
• Safely perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Follow procedures for plant start-up, shut-down, cleaning, and batching.
• Maintain accurate and timely logs.
• Collect and test quality control samples, interpret QA/QC results, and make adjustments to optimize plant operations.
• Document results and enter them into our data collection system, PI.
• Aid in removal, installation, rebuild, and performance of preventive and predictive maintenance on all equipment associated with plant processes.
• Help keep the plant clean by following the sanitation schedule and completing all tasks as assigned.
• Notify the management team of safety, environmental, quality, and production concerns, problems, and opportunities.
• Adapt to 12-hour shift work and be able to meet call-in requirements as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience requirements:
  • Plant Technician I: experience in a production environment preferred.
  • Plant Technician II: documented successful performance as a Plant Technician I or equivalent work experience required.
  • Plant Technician III: documented proficiency in the skills listed in the Plant Technician III Skills Checklist.
• Working knowledge in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning required.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are required.
• Experience with software systems, such as Maximo, preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.
• You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and are capable of learning new programs.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hazardous material suits, hearing protection, and harness.
• Work at extreme heights (approximately 150 ft), in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and outdoors.
• Use equipment/tools such as forklift, power washer, pallet jack, hoist systems, scissor lifts, JLG lifts, telehandlers, Front End Loaders, various hand tools, and computers.
• Frequently sit in a chair in the Control Room while operating the plant.
• Walk indoors and outdoors sometimes over rough, uneven, or wet/slick surfaces.
• Carry up to 15 lbs, carry up to 40 lbs, push with a force of 10 lbs, pull with a force of up to 85 lbs.
• Bend while standing, use coordination and grip with a force of up to 50 lbs, bend, twist, turn, kneel, and crouch, while holding light and medium-weighted objects.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, with or without assistance.
• Push with a force of 10 lbs, with or without assistance.
• Pull with a force of up to 85 lbs, with or without assistance.

Culture

We foster a 'family-first' culture where team members can maintain a healthy work-life balance. We provide an environment for team members to thrive, encouraging innovation and continuous learning. We celebrate successes and support each other's growth.

Growth & Development Opportunities

We encourage internal development and growth by providing resources and opportunities for team members to develop their skills and achieve their career goals. We recognize contributions that add value to the organization and support team members in carving their own paths to success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.