Pilot Plant Specialist

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Job Purpose and Impact

The Pilot Plant Specialist will support operations within the Crop Innovation Center oil processing pilot this role you will execute pilot-scale projects supporting research discovery process development and product innovation in oil seed processing and oil manufacturing. You will collaborate with engineering process development and product teams to optimize equipment performance process safety product quality and scalability to commercial operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Operate and maintain pilot-scale oil seed processing equipment including seed handling preparation pressing/crushing solvent extraction and refining systems.
• Support safe operation of mechanical electrical and process control systems including troubleshooting routine equipment and process issues.
• Assist with bulk material handling including receiving staging loading and disposal of raw materials and byproducts.
• Monitor and operate process instrumentation (e.g. temperature pressure flow mass) and document process data samples and operating conditions.
• Follow and promote food manufacturing standards including GMPs sanitation practices and food safety programs.
• Adhere to occupational process and environmental safety requirements (e.g. lockout/tagout chemical handling hazard communication).
• Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oil seed processing edible oil manufacturing or related food/industrial operations
• Mechanical aptitude with industrial or pilot-scale equipment
• Forklift Driver Certification
• Familiarity with LOTO GMPs HACCP concepts and food safety practices
• Experience in pilot plant or process development environments
• One or more years of related work experience
• Strong communication and documentation skills

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Position Information

Relocation assistance is not provided for this role
Accepting applications until job is filled and/or 60 days from the postingdate.
Location: Fort Collins CO

The expected salary for this position is $66000 $78000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location certifications education and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.

At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vet.

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