Pilot Plant Technician - R&D Trials & Data Operator

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Tennessee; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates is seeking a Pilot Plant Technician to join a cross-functional team reporting to the Pilot Plant Manager. You will help prepare Pilot Plant runs, configure equipment, and support sanitation, with data collection to improve operations.

The role requires an AA/AS or BS in Science/Technology or a relevant HS/Vocational background, familiarity with GMP and QA, and the ability to stand 8+ hours, lift 50 lbs, and operate a forklift.

Qualifications

• AA/AS or BS in Science/Technology, or HS/Vocational with relevant experience.
• Familiar with GMP standards, equipment operations, and laboratory testing.
• Stand 8+ hours, lift up to 50 lbs, forklift operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate food processing and sanitation equipment.
• Record and distribute data from experiments.
• Batch raw materials for trials and update inventory systems.
• Cross train on pilot plant operations (wet and sanitation).
• Support Quality and HSE departments.
• Develop/update standard operating procedures.
• Provide quality control for pilot plant finished products.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and plant facilities.
• Maintain associate safety and food safety in the Pilot Plant.
• Use creativity to solve problems.
• Be flexible to evolving pilot plant demands.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data collection

Equipment operation

Sanitation

Documentation

Education

AA/AS or BS in Science/Technology or HS/Vocational with relevant experience

Tools

Forklift

iPad/tablet

Job description

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates is seeking a Pilot Plant Technician to join a cross-functional team reporting to the Pilot Plant Manager. You will help prepare Pilot Plant runs, configure equipment, and support sanitation, with data collection to improve operations.

The role requires an AA/AS or BS in Science/Technology or a relevant HS/Vocational background, familiarity with GMP and QA, and the ability to stand 8+ hours, lift 50 lbs, and operate a forklift.