HireLevel is looking for a detail-oriented Process Operator to join a fast-paced team in Edwardsville, IL. 

Similar Positions: Quality Control Technician, Lab Tech, QA, QC, Process Operator

Responsibilities of Process Operator:

• Assists in collecting and recording research data and obtains samples from various stages of the operating process
• Assists in ensuring analytical laboratory samples are obtained from proper sources at appropriate time intervals
• Inspects, prepares, starts-up, operates, and shuts down machinery and equipment using research protocols and standardized operating procedures
• Monitors and controls special processing streams, waste streams, and client confidential products according to customer's directions
• Disassembles, inspects, cleans, and repairs operating equipment and machinery following pilot plant operating trials
• Monitors inventories of raw materials, plant process rates, production efficiencies, and product output
• Adjusts chemical controls and monitors power and gas usage rates to ensure efficient utility supplies
• Demonstrates safe operating behavior and responsible use of materials and equipment
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to move about the industrial pilot plant environment, including stand for extended periods of time, ascend / descend stairs and ladders, lift / carry 40 pounds, and wear personal protective equipment
• Completes other duties as assigned

Requirements for Process Operator:

• 1. Work experience in the renewable fuels, chemicals, refining, brewing or related fields and/or experience in a research, bioprocessing, or refining environment. 
  2. College coursework as measured by the following conversion or its proportional equivalent
  (a) 30 semester hours in an applied related degree program equaling one year
  (b) 60 semester hours or an Associate Degree in a related program equaling two years 
  (c) 90 semester hours of coursework in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree programs
  

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