Pilot Plant Lead Operator Job

Job Description Division : Bostik, INC Region: Americas - Dublin, OH Job title: Pilot Plant Technician / Senior Technician Situation in organisation (enclose a copy of your organization chart) Reports to the Lead Recipe Industrialization Engineer. Role requires direct interaction with Manufacturing, R&D / TS team members on pilot batches of new polymers and / or new formulations for internal / external trials. Job dimensions Perimeter - all technical projects, product sampling, small scale commercial production. Impact to the business Critical contributor to the operation and maintenance of the pilot plant in Dublin Activities Pilot scale manufacturing of product samples by: Expert use of existing pilot plant equipment including but not limited to Solvent-based, water-based, and 100% solids formulation and reactions. Maintenance of the cleanliness and order of the equipment and work space to ensure quality product. Maintain accurate inventories of raw materials and supplies by: Recording laboratory usages and pilot batches on relevant information management systems. . Facilitating the acquisition and delivery of materials from external vendors and other Bostik locations. Ensuring the identification, control and removal of over-aged or non-conforming materials. Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA, EPA and Bostik EHS guidelines. Context and environment The context of this role is that it provides good scale-up support that parallels a manufacturing environment. The environment of this role includes the interface between product development and manufacturing. The role therefore requires knowledge of both the product development process and manufacturing requirements and includes interaction with R&D, Engineering, Quality Services and EHS Accountabilities Effective performance of this role requires that the Pilot Plant Technician provide: Accurate and timely production of requested materials in a manner that meets the internal and external customer needs. Interactive feedback to concerned parties regarding issues found during production activities. Qualifications / experience required Technical degree and/or equivalent industry experience Good written & verbal communication skills . Good problem solving and observational skills, strong attention to detail. Open-minded, creative and flexible, ability to adapt to constantly changing circumstances, a team player but able to self-direct. Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc., familiarity with MRP systems a plus). Must be physically able to lift up to 60 pounds on a routine basis. Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values - Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion - and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.Visit our LinkedIn ,Youtube , X , Facebook ,Instagram