Plant Technician

PVH (Tommy Hilfiger/Calvin Klein); Marion (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health insurance

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

On-site fitness

Job summary

POET in Marion, OH is seeking a Plant Technician to operate and maintain highly automated plant processing equipment. The role requires performing routine maintenance, basic repairs, and cleaning, while documenting activities. You will work with the DCS, follow SOPs, and assist in QA/QC sampling.

Responsibilities include start-up/shut-down procedures, sanitation, and maintaining logs. A high school diploma is required, with progression from Technician I to III possible based on demonstrated

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience requirements: Plant Technician I & II; III progression with demonstrated proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plant processing equipment in a highly automated facility.
• Perform basic maintenance, repairs, and cleaning of plant equipment; document activities.
• Operate the DCS for the plant; troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Follow SOPs for start-up, shut-down, cleaning, and batching; maintain logs.
• Collect and test QA/QC samples and document results.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Mechanical reasoning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive bonus opportunities - up to six bonuses per year (quarterly profit sharing & value share)
• Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, plus a biweekly PTO accrual program
• Comprehensive benefits package - individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Attractive relocation assistance and bonus programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• Multifaceted wellness program encompassing mind, body, and spirit
• Family-first culture
• On-site fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Plant Technician is responsible for the operation of all plant processing equipment and performing routine basic maintenance in a highly automated chemical facility. In the area of maintenance, Plant Technicians are responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance, basic repair, and cleaning of all equipment associated with bioprocessing processes. At times, Plant Technicians may be asked to assist Maintenance Technicians in more technical and complex maintenance procedures. Team members in this position must maintain knowledge of the process flow, computerized equipment, and be aware of hazards associated with the process as well as understand and execute standard operating procedures (SOPs). Continuous plant operation requires 12-hour shift work. Plant Technicians must be able to adapt to 12-hour workdays and meet call-in requirements as needed.

This is an on-site role located in Marion, OH. Responsibilities include:

• Use your knowledge to maintain and operate all processes associated with the plant where required.
• 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, make adjustments to optimize plant operations, and document results in the data collection system, PI.
• Assist 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.
• Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance.
• Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.
• Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET's products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
• Apply teamwork and skills to a variety of other uses.

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; you are capable of learning new programs.

A Successful Candidate Will Have

• High level of personal integrity
• Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within and outside the organization
• Ability to embrace and promote change
• Innovative mindset
• Ability to think objectively
• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to work in a team environment