Pilot Plant Technician

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Pilot Plant Technician to lead and manage pilot plant trials with efficiency and safety. This role requires adherence to facility policies, including safety, security, and Good Manufacturing Practices, and involves setting up pilot plant equipment, troubleshooting, and assisting in post-trial cleaning and sanitation.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, organizing, and execution of pilot plant trials safely and efficiently.Adhere to all facility policies concerning safety, security, and Good Manufacturing Practices.Set up pilot plant equipment, troubleshoot, and assist the team in cleaning and sanitation post-trial.Communicate with lead technicians, team leaders, and project managers regarding trial inputs such as ingredient availability, resource, and equipment readiness.Label and store work-in-progress and finished test products under the direction of a project manager, product developer, lead technician, or team leader.Operate key trial-related equipment following recipe directions under the guidance of the lead technician.Test scale-up recipes and complete all trial data and compliance documentation.Demonstrate safety leadership, coach, and encourage safe behavior among the team.Participate fully in mandatory compliance training related to principles and local laws and regulations.Understand and apply all food safety, quality regulations, SOPs, and hygienic zoning requirements.Monitor CCPs and OPRPs in accordance with NQMS or HACCP plans.Support NQMS, NCE, NIMS, SHE, and risk assessment initiatives and audits.

Essential Skills

Quality controlGood Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Food manufacturingFDA regulationsFood safetyQuality assuranceTechnical skills in chemistry and food scienceResearch and development

Additional Skills & Qualifications

A.S degree preferred in science or a technical area, or equivalent experience.Ability to effectively plan and prioritize work.Experience in food manufacturing and culinary environments is a plus.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and systems such as SAP, GREAT, NesTMS, and NesRequest.Ability to detect and understand warning lights, buzzers, alarms, or instruments indicating unsafe conditions.Flexibility and willingness to work under short timelines and accommodate changing work schedules, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Working knowledge of industrial-scale food manufacturing equipment.Understanding of mathematics and data analysis.

Work Environment

The role involves working on bench tops and in a pilot plant setting. Flexibility in work schedules is required, including the possibility of overtime, weekends, and holidays based on project needs. The work environment demands adherence to safety standards and protocols while using various industrial-scale food manufacturing equipment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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