Pilot Plant Technician (Maplewood, MN) - Full-time / Part-time

Responsibilities

include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintaining a safe working environment.
• Supporting development of technologies and processes.
• Preparing and operating experimental, prototype or production equipment. Provides general maintenance, setup, and changeover of equipment.
• Locating defects or problems during the manufacturing process. Makes adjustments to correct the problem.
• Performing quality testing. Interprets and provides feedback on quality results. Adjusts machinery to meet specifications based on test results.
• Maintaining record of run conditions and quality test results. Produces necessary reports.
• Participating and occasionally serving as team leader in various pilot plant teams.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED or higher from an accredited institution
• Minimum of two (2) years of manufacturing experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates/Two (2)-year Technical degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Extrusion experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with web handling
• Experience with nonwovens processes and/or equipment
• Experience with injection molding processes and/or equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and good problem solving skills
• Ability to complete work with little supervision and work well in a team environment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Personal flexibility to handle change within the workplace
• Microsoft Office proficient

Location: Maplewood, Minnesota

Travel: Up to 5% domestic