Process Technician

Job Location (Short): Eddyville, IA, USA, 52553 Are you looking for a new challenge? For our location Eddyville we are looking for a(n) Process Technician . The Process Technician is responsible for safely monitoring the plant in the field and for all manual operations like packaging, sampling, minor maintenance, etc. Job Responsibilities Exhibit safe work practices in the monitoring of plant equipment, according to existing plans. In-process sampling, reporting unusual events, noises & vibrations to Shift Supervisor. Key duty is housekeeping in the production areas, understanding the plant policies for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and all food-grade plant requirements must be maintained. Packaging of finished goods by use of the packaging equipment Perform all manual operations in the production process like enzyme dosage, supply and removal of drums at the solvent distillation etc. Sampling of process fluids and solvents for in-process control Minor maintenance of plant equipment like lubrication, greasing, minor mechanical and electrical maintenance. Receive deliverables such as starch, solvents and caustic by truck. Packaging of finished goods. Monitoring the outside parts of the plant and reporting any findings to Shift Supervisor. Respond to emergencies. Maintain all online and in-plant training requirements. Qualifications Required High School Diploma is required. (Preferred Education, Fields of Study, Certifications: Mechanics, Electronics, and/or Chemical studies.) Minimum 1 - 3 years of relevant experience Good communication and verbal interpersonal skills. Ability to troubleshoot systems and processes. Make Plant Safety a priority. Pay Rate Process Technician I starting rate is $26.75. After completion of training checklist, eligible for a $1 increase after the first 6 months. *Starting pay and job level (Process Tech II/III) may vary based on relevant chemical experience* Work Environment and Physical Demands Exposure to chemicals and other hazards, with requirements for training and proper PPE. Will be required to lift 55 lbs., related to our finished packaging. This position is a swing shift alternating days and nights every 2 weeks. What do we offer? WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development. Compensation and Incentive plans Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1 Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays Paid parental leave Flexible hybrid work arrangements 401(k) with company match Education Assistance Program Career development and advancement opportunities Support for Community Involvement The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card). Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wacker Group