ERU Operations Specialist

Smart4 Sciences; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) matching and retirement savings

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Smart4Sciences is seeking an Operations Specialist at our Circleville, Ohio facility to support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the Energy Recovery Unit (ERU). This role emphasizes preventative maintenance, environmental compliance and continuous improvement, working closely with the ERU Manager to optimize equipment performance.

You will lead maintenance planning, coordinate with contractors, analyse maintenance history and mentor site personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience, or 15+ years with HS diploma/GED.
• Experience with preventative maintenance, maintenance systems and industrial equipment.
• Ability to manage budgets, cost analysis and capital requests.
• Willingness to obtain Boiler Operator's License in Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Administer the ERU Preventative Maintenance programme and ensure equipment remains safe, reliable and efficient.
• Oversee the Leak Detection/Repair Programme and ensure environmental and safety requirements are met.
• Coordinate ERU activities between internal personnel and external contractors.
• Plan and coordinate semi-annual ERU maintenance shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and applicable regulations.
• Support project engineering activities and resolve recurring equipment and operational issues.
• Review spare parts requirements and inventory to minimise downtime. Assist with maintenance budgeting, cost tracking and monthly variance analysis.
• Provide technical support, training and guidance to ERU personnel.
• Analyse maintenance history and implement improvements to prevent recurring failures.
• Conduct safety and health audits and support contractor safety orientations.
• Act as a back-up to first-line supervisors when required.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Maintenance systems

Industrial equipment

Organisational skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

HS diploma / GED with 15+ years experience

Tools

Boiler Operator License (Ohio)

Job description

Smart4Sciences are looking to recruit an Operations Specialist for a leading global manufacturing organization at their Circleville, Ohio facility.

This is a key site-based role responsible for supporting the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the Energy Recovery Unit (ERU), with a strong focus on preventative maintenance, environmental compliance, contractor coordination and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the ERU Manager, you will oversee maintenance activities, support shutdown planning, provide technical guidance to site personnel and help identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer the ERU Preventative Maintenance programme and ensure equipment remains safe, reliable and efficient.
• Oversee the Leak Detection/Repair Programme and ensure environmental and safety requirements are met.
• Coordinate ERU activities between internal personnel and external contractors.
• Plan and coordinate semi-annual ERU maintenance shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits and applicable regulations.
• Support project engineering activities and resolve recurring equipment and operational issues.
• Review spare parts requirements and inventory to minimise downtime.Assist with maintenance budgeting, cost tracking and monthly variance analysis.
• Provide technical support, training and guidance to ERU personnel.
• Analyse maintenance history and implement improvements to prevent recurring failures.
• Conduct safety and health audits and support contractor safety orientations.
• Act as a back-up to first-line supervisors when required.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, with 5+ years of relevant mechanical, chemical or industrial experience, OR a high school diploma/GED with 15+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with preventative maintenance, maintenance systems and industrial equipment.
• Strong organisational and computer skills.
• Understanding of budgets, capital requests, cost analysis and accounting principles.
• General knowledge of storeroom systems, operating permits and maintenance programmes.
• Strong understanding of safety, environmental and compliance requirements.
• Willingness or ability to obtain a Boiler Operator's License in the State of Ohio.

This is an onsite opportunity offering US$85,000–US$100,000, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) matching and retirement savings, paid vacation and holiday pay.