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Lauridsen Group, Inc.

Pilot Plant Supervisor

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Manage the different trials and save all the important data and parameters from the different projects conducted in the Pilot Plant. * Properly save and store the pilot plant raw data. * Assure that ...

APC Worldwide

Pilot Plant Supervisor

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Manage the different trials and save all the important data and parameters from the different projects conducted in the Pilot Plant. * Properly save and store the pilot plant raw data. * Assure that ...

BioMADE

Piloting Facility Manager

Ames, IA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Lead the development and execution of the commissioning of the pilot plant * Lead in the ... Manage the site logistics of ordering, receiving, storing and shipping of raw material, supplies ...

BioMADE

Piloting Facility Manager

Ames, IA · On-site

$145 - $175/hr

Lead the development and execution of the commissioning of the pilot plant * Lead in the ... Manage the site logistics of ordering, receiving, storing and shipping of raw material, supplies ...

Wow Bao

Culinary R&D and Production Chef

Forest City, IA · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Collaborate with the Plant Manager for continuous improvements in lean manufacturing practices to ... Manage kitchen trails, pilot runs, and product scale‑up activities. * Monitor food industry ...

Sub-Zero Group, Inc.

Sr. Quality Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$86K - $117K/yr

Support trial builds and pilot runs, collecting and analyzing quality data * Establish KPIs and ... Manage supplier change control and lifecycle quality processes Path 2 - Plant Quality Engineer

BAE Systems

Technical Intern 3

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Pilots may fly aircraft, but our navigation systems create the route and keep those pilots on ... Come be part of the immediate solution in Cedar Rapids and "plant your flag". Our employees across ...

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What is the difference between Pilot Plant Manager vs Process Engineer?

AspectPilot Plant ManagerProcess Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering; often requires experience in plant operationsBachelor's or master's in chemical, process, or mechanical engineering; focus on design and optimization
Work EnvironmentOversees pilot plant operations, manages staff, ensures safety and efficiencyDesigns processes, analyzes data, improves manufacturing methods
Industry UsageCommonly employed in chemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industriesUsed across similar industries for process development and optimization

The Pilot Plant Manager focuses on overseeing pilot plant operations, managing staff, and ensuring safety, while the Process Engineer concentrates on designing and optimizing manufacturing processes. Both roles require engineering credentials and are integral to process development in manufacturing industries.

What is a pilot plant manager?

A pilot plant manager oversees the operation of small-scale industrial facilities used to test and develop new processes or products. They coordinate equipment, ensure safety protocols, and analyze data to support scale-up to full production, often requiring technical knowledge in engineering or manufacturing and strong project management skills.

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Pilot Plant Supervisor

Lauridsen Group, Inc.

Ankeny, IA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

The Pilot Plant Supervisor oversees the APC pilot plant. In this role, he/she will be responsible for the APC pilot plant experimental execution, equipment maintenance, and training of personnel to safely operate the pilot plant.
Trials organization:
  • Plan the pilot plant trials program according to project priority.
  • Ensure the supply of required equipment, raw materials and packaging to meet business needs.
  • Prepare Pilot plant trial test plans.
  • Make sure that the different trials are done according to the test plans and/or modify test plans as required.
  • Ensure samples are obtained properly, identified and analyzed according to the test plan.
  • Manage the different trials and save all the important data and parameters from the different projects conducted in the Pilot Plant.
  • Properly save and store the pilot plant raw data.
  • Assure that a final report is provided for each trial conducted in the Pilot Plant.

APC Pilot Plant:
  • Maintain preventative maintenance schedule and ensure items are completed on time.
  • Supervise cleaning and proper organization of all APC common areas
  • Ensure all APC equipment is maintained in good working order.
  • Continuous improvement of SOP's related to safety and efficiency.
  • Ensure that common reagents and consumables are generally available in the Pilot Plant.

Team Management - Training and Development:
  • Responsible for training LAB associates, to safely operate the pilot equipment.
  • Provide Coaching to individual team members to foster an excellent safety culture.
  • To write, up dated and maintain the working procedures for the different equipment as required
  • Supervise direct reports.

Technology Development:
  • Management of assigned projects.
  • Equipment commissioning.
  • Provide technical opinion to the Management for review and recommend changes in the productive process and recommend effective solutions for different problems that could affect the technical departments.

Perform various tasks as assigned.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Understand principles and application of reactors, continuous centrifuges, membrane systems and spray dryers
  • General knowledge of food sciences, biology, microbiology and basic chemistry
  • Good understanding of food/Feed processing principles.
  • Interpretation and communication of product analytical data.
  • Strong trouble shooting skills.
  • Proven proactive approach.
  • Comfortable making autonomous decisions.
  • Works well in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of basic statistics.
  • Knowledge of basic analytical techniques commonly used in quality control labs for food and animal feed (protein, ash, moisture, etc.)
  • Able to work flexible hours and willing to travel up to 25% of the time.
  • Project Management.
  • Knowledge of Windows and Microsoft office.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's of Science in Biology, chemistry, food science, engineering, related field or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience:
4-5 years experience in an industrial processing environment (food or feed preferred).
BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Approximate: 8-Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)
Key:
Occasional = 0% - 33%
Frequent = 34% - 66%
Continuous = 67% - 100%
N/A = Not Applicable
Standing - Frequent
Sitting - Occasional
Walking - Frequent
Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping - Frequent
Reaching above shoulder - Occasional
Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) - Occasional
Working on Heights:
Unprotected Heights - N/A
Protected Heights - Occasional
Lifting Weights from 0 to 50 Pounds - Occasional
Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials - Frequent
Weighing from 0 to 50 Pounds
Being Around and/or Operating Laboratory and Pilot Plant Equipment - Frequent
Operating a Vehicle (as a part of your job) - Occasional
Read/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment - Frequent
Hand Movements:
Recording Data - Frequent
Operating Lab Equipment - Frequent
Operating Computer - Occasional
Simple Grasping (right and left) - Frequent
Firm Grasping (right and left) - Frequent
Fine Manipulating (right and left) - Frequent
Vision: Good Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to
Access Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - YES
Color Definition Required: - YES
Hearing: Good Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to
Communicate/Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - YES
Mobility: Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas.
Office - Frequent
Multiple Locations - Occasional
Plant - Frequent
BASIC MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
This job requires the mental capabilities to apply scientific knowledge/principles to apply and communicate processes/procedures in a Pilot Plant setting. Furthermore, necessary in accomplishing job duties are the abilities to implement analytical methods, provide creative solutions to problems as situations arise.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES:
Pilot Plant working conditions exist with exposures to chemicals while performing plant trials, laboratory procedures and analysis. May include exposure to acidic and alkaline substances. Additional exposures include biohazards, odor, noise, moving equipment and occasional use of poisonous chemicals.
At times the employee may be required to travel on company business with exposures to inclement weather. (10% travel estimated)
Participates in E-Verify
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