What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operations Intern position at Dole Food Company , Inc.?
BENEFITS :
Roeslein benefits are designed to invest in you! We offer a comprehensive benefits structure for regular full-time salaried and hourly positions that includes competitive wages, bonus program, travel bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays. Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan and an employee stock ownership program with company match. Health and Well-Being benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, travel insurance, and paid parental leave.
POSITION SUMMARY :
The Technician will be responsible for the control, operation and maintenance of the biogas generation system (lagoon cover), biogas processing plant, RNG pipeline or truck compression area, and the biogas flare system for multiple farms located in Wisconsin.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Serve as plant lead to determine priority of daily activity in conjunction with responsible operations supervisor.
- Monitor biogas production and flare operations; analyze operations and make adjustments as needed to optimize performance.
- Maintain process equipment : blowers, flares, instrumentation and controls.
- Troubleshoot deficient operations / recommend solutions.
- Perform testing and analysis on lagoon performance.
- Coordinate / communicate RAE activities with MBM farm management.
- Safely drive between multiple farms.
- Follow all the process safety requirements including wearing a full-face respirator for several hours at a time.
- Develop and maintain relationships with employees at all locations.
- Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Work is performed in a farm / processing operation atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions—such as : dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures is normal. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment as defined.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, sit and drive a vehicle for up to 40% of the day; and talk and hear. Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. on a regular basis is required. Have the ability to push and pull 50 lbs or more on a regular basis. Have the ability to reach overhead from an elevated platform or uneven working surface. Must be able to stand / walk 50% of the time on uneven work surfaces, sit for other duties 40%, and climb 10% of the time. Employee will be required to pass a limited physical and fit test for a full face respirator. Then, must be able to wear the respirator for up to 4-6 hours while at the farms.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILL / ABILITY / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :
Required Skills
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