Hands-on Pilot Plant Technician – Oilseed Processing

CPM Holdings, Inc; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m​

Generous paid time off (vacation/holid

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Wellness benefits and employee events

Job summary

CPM Acquisition Corp. in Blaine, MN seeks a Pilot Plant Technician I to support pilot plant runs, equipment setup, operation, data collection, and maintenance.

The role requires compliance with safety standards, monitoring HMI systems, and coordinating with engineering and production teams to optimize processes. The position involves shift work (6:00am-2:30pm, 2:00pm-10:30pm with differential, 8:00pm-6:30am with differential) and requires ability to work in a plant environment with chemicals and

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Mechanical or hands-on background is required.
• Increasing ability of operating and troubleshooting pilot plant equipment.
• Radio communication experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of oilseed processes and mechanical systems is highly advantageous.
• Special Engineer Boiler License preferred; must be able to obtain.
• Forklift Certification beneficial; must be able to obtain.
• Computer skills: Ability to send/receive emails, timecards.
• Ability to improve communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to follow oral, written, and technical instructions accurately.
• Self-motivated; takes initiative to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to work in a plant environment with exposure to chemicals, hazardous materials, and noise.
• Flexibility to work shifts (afternoons or nights) and accommodate flexible scheduling as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pilot plant runs, including equipment setup, operation, data collection, and maintenance.
• Utilize HMI systems and radio communication for plant operations.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to optimize processes and ensure project goals are met.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Operations Manager of the Innovation Center.
• Assist in generating customer reports and providing technical support.

Skills

Mechanical background

Hands-on troubleshooting

Pilot plant equipment operation

HMI systems knowledge

Radio communication experience

Oilseed process knowledge

Safety compliance awareness

Shift flexibility

Forklift certification

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

CPM Acquisition Corp. in Blaine, MN seeks a Pilot Plant Technician I to support pilot plant runs, equipment setup, operation, data collection, and maintenance.

The role requires compliance with safety standards, monitoring HMI systems, and coordinating with engineering and production teams to optimize processes. The position involves shift work (6:00am-2:30pm, 2:00pm-10:30pm with differential, 8:00pm-6:30am with differential) and requires ability to work in a plant environment with chemicals and