Ethanol Maintenance Technician

Ethanol Maintenance Technician

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a global organization with a rich history in animal health and nutrition. We strive to be a trusted partner with livestock producers, farmers, veterinarians, and consumers who raise or care for farm and companion animals by providing solutions to help them maintain and enhance the health of their animals. If you are interested in working for Phibro and feel that you do not meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply as you might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.

Compensation range for this position is $65,000.00 -$80,000.00

Position Purpose

This position will focus on providing installation and preventative maintenance of Phibro Ethanol's product dosing equipment, in a collaborative effort with Phibro Ethanol Sales and Technical Services. This position will work within a team setting to provide customized service to the sales and tech service organization and our customer base.

Candidate Profile

This candidate is highly energetic and entrepreneurial with a keen appreciation of the North American Ethanol market. A successful candidate is self-motivated and demonstrates a strong inclination for problem solving. They would provide ambition and focus and help support the Phibro Ethanol team in growing our biofuels business by supporting both current and new/future products. A successful candidate must be capable of rolling up their sleeves and take personal responsibility for success. They are closely connected to the day-to-day opportunities and challenges of the industry. They must be willing to travel and have a flexible schedule to meet the needs of a high performing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute PM's per CMMS schedule
• Assist with all aspects of equipment installation
• Assist with customer installation training
• Support existing business through shutdown/outage borescoping of systems cleaned by our products and chemistries or in preparation for turning on our products
• Onsite startup and commissioning of equipment
• Perform onsite and remote troubleshooting of equipment using IOT platform and other available tools
• Drive Phibro Ethanol initiatives including new product implementation
• Maintain stewardship of Phibro Brand, Image and Identity Guidelines
• Utilize Phibro resources and training to develop strong working knowledge of product portfolio
• Ensure high quality technical support of customer base
• Work with sales and tech service teams to gather technical information, to promote sales and new products within the biofuels and distilled spirits industry

Key Competencies Required

• Mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and prints
• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Manages own time and is able to operate independently
• Familiarity with plant safety requirements
• Communicates effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ideal candidate has some industry experience
• Sound computer skills with Microsoft Office products
• Able to work effectively in difficult situations
• Understands Phibro Ethanol and our customer's business models and can determine how customer decisions are made and influenced
• Open to collaboration and effectively interacts with other functions across the PAHC team
• Approaches their role with an "all hands-on deck" attitude and will work at a situation until it is resolved
• Not easily deterred from meeting their objective
• Resourceful, will seek out alternatives to achieve goals
• High Integrity

Other Requirements and Expectations

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Industrial maintenance experience preferred, technical certifications a plus
• Ability to lift and handle up to 50 pounds safely
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements
• Actively report and record information on customer interaction, preventative and reactive maintenance work, as well as monthly performance metrics
• Ability to travel, expectation is approximately 50-70%

Phibro is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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