What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pilot Plant Technician position at IKA Works, Inc.?
IKA is where people turn visions into reality.
When the corporate history of IKA began in 1910, China had not yet become a People's Republic, and the word "globalization" had not been invented yet.
Today, the IKA group has over 900 employees at multiple locations around the world and is proud to serve customers such as BASF, Bayer, and Procter&Gamble. We are the leader in the world market in most of the product groups and a leading example for development and growth. Or as our slogan expresses it: "IKA-Designed to work perfectly “.
IKA Works, Inc. is looking for a results-oriented, quality-conscious individual to join our team as a Pilot Plant Technician. This individual will be responsible for the repair, maintenance and assembly of IKA Process trial fleet machines and its auxiliary equipment; inhouse and field testing; and assisting the process service department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Perform industrial pilot plant and field testing which includes industrial machine set-up, running tests, cleaning and disposal of any waste.
- Clean and maintain all trial fleet machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Assemble, test, and evaluate trial units.
- Complete reports for evaluations of trial machines and parts.
- Assist in customer repairs and spare part selection.
- Organize and maintain the pilot plant.
- Provide technical assistance in start-up and training for field trials at customer facilities.
- Routinely study and gain technical knowledge in mechanical aspects and applications for laboratory, analytical and process equipment and applications.
- Assist the Service and Assembly Departments as needed.
- Utilize analytical measuring equipment and instrumentation such as Particle Size
Analyzer, viscometersand microscope.
Qualifications:
Associate Degree. Results oriented, quality conscious with minimum of two years of experience in assembly, auto mechanics or service related field. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with basic chemistry knowledge.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $26
