Company Overview

Aries Clean Technologies’ core business is the elimination of wastewater treatment sludge and biosolids using Aries’ proprietary fluidized bed gasification and related systems. Aries has a first-generation plant in Linden, NJ and seeks to replicate and improve this plant into a fleet of self-developed plants across the country and internationally. Deployment of Aries patented technologies also brings measurable environmental benefits, including reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and diversion of waste and biosolids from landfills.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of HR, the Human Resource Generalist will assist in running the daily transactional functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Recruits, interviews, and assists with the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Completes new hire orientation and tracks employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; workers’ compensation; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• At least one year of human resource management experience preferred.
• SHRM-CP or PHR a plus.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. The contents of this description are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

About the job

About Aries

Aries Clean Technologies builds, owns, and operates sustainable, industrial-scale waste disposal facilities serving municipal biosolids clients. Our technology recovers the energy in biosolids waste while eliminating harmful “forever chemicals” such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), resulting in greener, healthier communities. Our mission is to lead the way in sustainable waste management by leveraging our proprietary gasification technology to convert biosolids into renewable energy and valuable byproducts. Our purpose is clear: To provide innovative, environmentally friendly solutions that address the challenges of biosolids waste disposal. We aim to create a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve by reducing pollution, promoting sustainability, enhancing public health, and supporting economic growth. Today, Aries Clean Technologies is poised to make a lasting impact. With our first commercial scale biosolids gasification facility in Linden, NJ, we are on track to open three additional plants within the next four years. Our continued growth and innovation reflect our unwavering commitment to creating a cleaner, healthier future for all.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Director of Development, Mid-Atlantic is responsible for the full range of business and project development activities as more specifically described below to ensure Aries successfully builds projects in the region. The Director of Development, Mid-Atlantic identifies and secures biosolids feedstock supply sources, and shepherds each project, including its timeline, budget, and resources through Aries’ development stage gate process from creation of a financial pro-forma to Financial Investment Decision (FID). Following FID, the Director of Development, Mid-Atlantic supports colleagues and outside consultants to lead the project through engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC), and into commercial operation. The Director of Development, Mid-Atlantic is expected to be one of the key relationship managers for Aries feedstock providers regionally. The Director of Development, Mid-Atlantic leads efforts that ensure the Company’s projects in region have a strategy and tactics to secure feedstock supplies, and prospective sites are planned, sited, permitted, feedstock secured, and prepared for further front-end development in a manner that meets the performance requirements, schedule, and financial objectives established when the project is approved by senior leadership. This position is expected to work closely with Finance, Engineering, Legal, and Operations to ensure the successful development of high-quality projects. The person should be able to work independently, act with the highest integrity, exercise independent judgment and decision-making, while weighing the interests of multiple stakeholders. The Director of Development, Mid-Atlantic has strong project management and attention to detail skills.

Responsibilities 

The successful candidate will lead projects in the following areas in collaboration with internal colleagues and outside consultants, to ensure that a project’s technical, financial, and environmental objectives are met:

• Feedstock:Develop and foster partnerships with feedstock providers to source biosolids feedstock for Aries’ existing facility in Linden, NJ, and future facilities in region, ensuring that planned facilities receive the quality, volume, and price of feedstock required. Monitor local and regional biosolids markets and competitors and determine Aries’s corresponding business strategy.
• Site control:Identify, select, and secure authorization to develop sites for the Company’s next facilities in the region, including land acquisition, utilities interconnection, and related activities.
• Political and social engagement:Collaborate with local sponsors, supporters, and consultants to develop community relationsand local support that showcases the benefits of an Aries facility.
• Permitting:Oversee the environmental and land use permitting and entitlements process, from understanding state, regional, and local requirements, to secure all entitlements for a facility within the shortest time practicable.
• Engineering: Collaborate closely with engineering in development of Front-End Loading (FEL) 1/2/3 designs in Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) that support Aries objectives.
• Financing:Lead the development and refinement of assumptions used in developing pro-forma financial models that illustrate the value of Aries facilities to investors. Identify, manage, and close financing solutions for an Aries facility in the region such as municipal and tax-exempt bonds and other agreements.
• Project Management:Manage development activities from initial concept through FID for prospective and active Aries projects within region, including tracking tasks, drafting written updates, and leading regular meetings and executive stage gate review presentations. Report to the Vice President of Development at regular intervals on all projects in region. Engage with Aries staff and outside consultants to ensure projects are progressing on schedule and within budget. Other duties as assigned.
• Travel:Role requires ability to travel, expected 25% of time and occasionally up to 50%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the biosolids industry, with first-hand experience working for biosolids feedstock industry players such municipal entities or the private sector firms who serve them. Demonstrated experience and understanding of the biosolids market in region is critical to the success of this position.
• 10+ years in Business Development, Project Management, or similar roles.
• Ideally, experience in gasification, pyrolysis, incineration, composting, or other traditional or emerging biosolids management technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required; proficiency with project management software such as Asana preferred.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. The contents of this description are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Job Description

This is a leadership position with responsibility for all aspects of the maintenance process, including direct leadership and supervision of mechanical and electrical trades. As a leader, this position will be an integral part of the site leadership team. A high degree of communication and collaboration with others is required. Under the general direction of Plant Superintendent, the Maintenance Supervisor monitors and regulates the operations and maintenance of the facilities. Performs leadership duties that will ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the Gasification Plant. Performs all duties in compliance with plant policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to operations, safety, conduct, and housekeeping. Protects the Owner’s investment in machinery, equipment, and facilities by exercising care, skill, and knowledge. Works closely with the station Planner on work package development, planning and schedule internal resources and contractors. Able to use a CMMS system by writing, approving, and closing out works order. Orders parts and material and develops scope of work for contractors. Complete purchase order requisitions and assist in maintaining correct inventory.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Promote a culture of compliance and ensure active compliance with environmental, health& safety, programs.
• Executes plant equipment lock-out, tag-out policy and procedures to the highest level of safety standards.
• Plans and supervises work performed by internal personnel and contractors.
• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the facility to support achieving company, plant, and team goals.
• Select, train, and manage a work force that is motivated, flexible in skills, cross-trained and technically astute ensuring an effective and motivated team.
• Maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure deadlines and fiscal targets are met.
• Plans and coordinates plant maintenance as required to maximize plant availability.
• Ensure that detailed and comprehensive work scopes are developed that support complete understanding of the work and development and application of safe work procedures.
• Maintain records including work order completion, internal reports, third-party reports, and OEM reports so that a complete and accurate record of work is maintained. Work inside CMMS software, opening, assigning, and closing work orders.
• Manage contracts and contractors effectively with appropriate attention to contractor safety and performance.
• Provides hands-onleading-edge approaches to the facility’s safety, health, and training program.
• Implement and drive continuous improvement activities through implementation of change management process and best practices.
• Make expeditious appropriate decisions to non-routine plant operating conditions.
• Respond to forced outages on a 24/7 basis, develop and execute recovery plans as necessary.
• Assists Management in development and monitoring of plant budget, operating plan, and development of technicians.
• Identifies safety hazards and takes corrective actions as necessary.
• Assists with the development of and ensures that all site safety requirements and procedures are properly implemented, consistently observed and corrective actions are initiated when applicable.
• Assigns and supervises daily routine and plant/unit outage work activities of plant staffand contracted resources, including scheduled preventive maintenance, corrective and routine work.
• Evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine the most desirable supplier.
• Work with the site Planner to establish and add to/modify as required all predictive/preventive maintenance requirements programmed into the maintenance management system (Upkeep).
• Oversees mechanical and electrical inspections, troubleshooting and repairs on a variety of plant equipment and systems.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as supervisor and 5 or more years’ experience in mechanical and or electrical maintenance.
• Previous experience preferred in power plants, refineries, gasification plants or manufacturing.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Safety conscious attitude
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness and ability to take direction and give input to subordinates.
• Team oriented (e.g., ability to contribute as a team member through a positive "can-do” attitude).
• Versatility and willingness to perform multiple tasks across a variety of basic skill sets as needed.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs. or more, climb ladders and remain on feet for hours at a time.
• Able to work unsupervised.

Working Conditions and Requirements

• Direct exposure to heat, cold, humidity and outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to work overtime as required by upset conditions or planned downtime.
• Regularly ascends/descends a ladder or other elevated surfaces.
• Frequently moves/lifts objects weighing up to 50 pounds across work area.
• Frequently lifts objects weighing up to 50 pounds to a height of 3-4feet.
• Regularly communicates, detects, converses and must be able to convey, express, and exchange information.
• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Frequently needs to be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Required to use a respirator, safety harness, and other personal protective equipment as required by site or regulatory policy and procedure.
• Occasional operation of mobile equipment(forklift, loader, etc.)

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. The contents of this description are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Position Title: Electro Mechanical Technician

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Linden, New Jersey

Job Description

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Electromechanical Technician performs a variety of skilled tasks associated with the day-to-day maintenance functions, equipment care, and equipment repair needs of the Aries Linden Sludge Processing Facility. The position will be responsible for installing, calibrating, repair, adjust, inspect, and perform preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical plant equipment and power plant instrumentation and control systems. Utilizing support technicians for assistance and onsite operations personnel for feedback, troubleshooting and support, the position requires performing duties involving specialized electrical and mechanical maintenance skills and knowledge; monitoring equipment performance and developing new ideas and measures to sustain and/or improve availability, reliability and production performance while providing maintenance related administrative support to the Maintenance Supervisor or equivalent; and performs related work as required. Position may require occasional travel for training and support, as needed, to other company projects.

Key Responsibilities and Important Duties

• Execute plant equipment lock-out, tag-out policy and procedures to the highest level of safety standards.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance tasks, but not limited to including scheduled inspections and routine preventive maintenance filter, belt or bearing replacements according to established protocols.
• Perform greasing, oil changes and oil sampling.
• Perform monitoring of equipment and troubleshooting to identify, report on and address potential mechanical issues before they escalate into major problems. Assist with or conduct Root Cause Analysis of failed equipment.
• Direct planned and emergent third-party maintenance to be performed by contractors ensuring adequate task performance and job closeout.
• Read and understand job plans, manuals, schematics and P&IDs.
• Assist with the development or modification of job plans for both preventative and corrective maintenance work.
• Ensure adequate reporting of inventories associated with spare parts and plant tooling.
• Work with and through Aries procurement for sustainment of spare parts and tooling
• Stop and start equipment as required for repairs, operates, adjusts and maintains equipment to ensure compliance with established standards.
• Ensure plant equipment/controls are operating within design parameters while complying with strict HSE rules and regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
• Perform record keeping functions such as logging equipment hours, test results, maintenance work performed and unusual operating conditions; prepare, maintain and submit a variety of records and reports.
• Able to operate equipment typically associated with routine maintenance of a production facility, including: operation of mobile equipment, power tools, etc.
• Receive and respond to work requests for equipment maintenance with a planned maintenance mindset and adequately prepares to perform tasks with a minimum two-week look ahead (schedule).
• Contribute to an effective maintenance team by supporting planning and following a planned maintenance schedule and coordinating with other onsite maintenance personnel for overall plant health and maintenance support.
• Carry out first line maintenance duties as required to maintain or restore plant operation, adjusting schedules as needed to attain target maintenance schedule metrics.
• Write and update maintenance procedures and training manuals based on plant knowledge and experiences.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, LRSA employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Attend and participate in all assigned training and safety meetings.
• Maintain tools, machinery, and work areas, keeping them clean and operational.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED. Process Plant Technology Degree or Vocational Maintenance/Mechanic Degree preferred.
• Category 2 qualified for electrical work.
• 5+ years electromechanical maintenance experience achieving Journeyman level, or mechanic
• 5+ years in solids handling and solids processing or related industries (e.g., paper & pulp, gasification, power, etc.) preferred.
• Prior experience in process plant maintenance, boilers, dryers and drying systems, spray drying, PLCs, or a combination of all or some of these fields.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• • Safety conscious attitude; knowledgeable in appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Ability to understand basic equipment operation, instrument operation, and mechanical maintenance concepts.
  • Ability to recognize and resolve unusual, inefficient or dangerous operating conditions through good maintenance practices.
  • Proficient in reading technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Operating a personal computer and a variety of software applications and preventative maintenance programs. Basic computer skills including Word and Excel
  • Ability to read and comprehend equipment operation and installation documentation for use as a guideline in preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with basic operation of plant equipment (e.g., process pumps, motors, belt drives, gearboxes, valves and compressors).
  • Ability to operate aerial lifts, scissor lifts and/or other related equipment required for support of routine maintenance tasks.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.

Working Requirements and Conditions

• Direct exposure to heat, cold, humidity and outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to cover odd shifts and work overtime as required by upset conditions or planned downtime.
• Regularly ascends/descends a ladder or other elevated surfaces.
• Frequently moves/lifts objects weighing up to 50 pounds across work area.
• Frequently lifts objects weighing up to 50 pounds to a height of 3-4feet and load into or off trucks.
• Regularly communicates, detects, converses and must be able to convey, express, and exchange information.
• Regular exposure to hazards in the work environment such as chemicals, commercial products, and risk of electrical shock.
• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Frequently needs to be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Required to use a respirator, safety harness, and other personal protective equipment as required by site or regulatory policy and procedure.
• Regular exposure to heavy industrial equipment.
• Occasional operation of mobile equipment (aerial lift, scissor lift, etc.)
• Willing to work shift work

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. The contents of this description are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Position Title: Environmental Health & Safety Manager Reports to: Vice President of Risk & Services Location: Northeast USA FLSA exemption status: Exempt Job Description The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager is a resource and program development leader for EH&S all Aries offices & facilities.  In this role active collaboration with the operations leadership and the risk & services team to develop The EH&S Manager is responsible for program development and continuous improvement and growth of operational personnel in an EH&S capacity and is a reliable authority on EH&S matters. Key Responsibilities and Important Duties

• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations and reporting at the local, state, and federal levels, including OSHA, EPA, and other relevant agencies. Provide support to plant-level personnel to ensure correct applicable and reporting is being conducted.
• Safety Training and Education: Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for employees, including new hire orientation, ongoing safety training, and specialized training as needed. Ensure that all operational employees are adequately trained in safe work practices and emergency procedures.
• Incident Investigation and Reporting: Lead investigations into accidents, near misses, and other EHS incidents. Identify root causes and contributing factors and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Maintain accurate records of incidents and ensure timely reporting to regulatory agencies as required. Collaborative with operations and engineering teams to ensure corrective actions are prioritized and identified risks are adequately mitigated to ensure safe and compliant operations
• EHS Program Development: Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs and policies to promote a culture of safety and environmental stewardship. This includes programs related to hazard communication, emergency response, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and waste management.
• Auditing and Inspections: Conduct regular inspections and audits of Aries facilities to identify potential compliance issues and areas for improvement. Work collaboratively with plant operations teams to address findings and implement corrective actions.
• Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans for various scenarios, such as fires, chemical spills, and natural disasters. Conduct drills and exercises to test the effectiveness of emergency procedures and ensure employee readiness.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential hazards and risks in Aries processes, machinery, and work areas. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and prevent accidents or incidents. Experience in working hazardous work environments with Process Safety Management and assisting supply chain with hazardous avoidance in sourcing activities.
• Vendor and Contractor Management: Evaluate the EHS performance of vendors and contractors working on-site. Ensure that contractors comply with company EHS requirements and applicable regulations.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance EHS performance and reduce risk. Utilize data analysis and metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, engineering, and management, to integrate EHS considerations into business processes and decision-making. Represent the company in interactions with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and community stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in EHS management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, EPA regulations, and other relevant EHS standards. Experience in the wastewater industry is a plus.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful EHS programs and initiatives.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, risk assessments, and audits.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and EHS training and recordkeeping software applications (e.g. Gensuite, Intelex, and Vector).
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of EHS.
• Role may require up to 50% travel to assist with plant site operations teams.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. The contents of this description are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Position Title: Control Room Operator Department: Operations Reports to: Operations Manager  Location: Linden, New Jersey FLSA exemption status: Non-Exempt Job Description Aries Clean Technologies has constructed and commissioned an integrated domestic sludge gasification facility at its site in Linden, NJ. The plant consists of four plant unit operating systems, i.e., a sludge drying plant, a fluidized bed gasifier, heat generation and recovery plant and an emission control unit. Aries is seeking to hire a Board Operator reporting directly to the O&M Manager.   The Control Room Operator will respond to alarms by taking appropriate corrective actions and execute plant shut-down and start-up procedures and ensure that the plant meets it’s generating requirements while operating in a safe and environmentally efficient manner. At times, the Control Room Operator will lead and direct other employees on their shift to address various plant conditions.  Key Responsibilities and Important Duties

• Control the operation of systems including sludge drying, fluidized bed gasifier, heat generation and recovery plant, electrical, fire protection, emission control unit.
• Read and interpret meters, gauges, recorders, and annunciators to determine system operating conditions; takes action within prescribed normal and emergency operating procedures.
• Adjust and monitor temperatures, pressures, flow and levels on station primary system components for plant optimization.
• Initiate and conduct periodic surveillance tests on operating safety checks and tests on operating conditions.
• Identifying problems that arise and resolving them.
• Maintain required logs and calculations; observe these logs for indications of faulty operation; notify supervisor of abnormal system conditions.
• Monitor operation of systems and components including pumps, motors, valves, fans, dampers, grates, augers, conveyors, dust collections, etc.
• Monitors operability of fire protection systems, emergency backup equipment, electrical supply equipment and instrumentation associated with station systems and components.
• Monitoring emissions control equipment
• Accurately reading and recording data, and reporting equipment malfunctions or trends, which indicate possible equipment danger.
• Identifying and correcting abnormal operating conditions or emergency situations
• Understand and train other Operators on the operating principles of the sludge gasification facility, components.
• Plan and oversee maintenance work activities, including day to day maintenance, planned outage maintenance, and unplanned maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

  Job Requirements Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Experience 

• 10+ years working experience in maintaining facilities or related industries with one or more of the following processes: power generation, wastewater treatment, materials drying, gas processing. 
• Troubleshooting process unit operations and in process improvement
• Startup and commissioning 

Preferred Knowledge 

• Knowledge of or familiarity with some of the following: drying technologies, gasification, and/or materials handling
• Production planning 
• Unit operation functionality including the strengths and weaknesses of various unit operations and their limitations.
• Problem solving techniques.

Skills & Competencies

• All Control Board Operators must have strong leadership and motivational skills, and the ability to stay alert while sitting for long periods of time. 
• Must have basic computer, oral and written communications skills, and problem solving and decision-making ability. 
• Must be able to read Blueprints, P&IDs, and understand schematic specifications and vendor technical manuals.
• An understanding of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Thorough knowledge of equipment isolation and tagging procedures.
• Experience responding to plant abnormal situations, alarms, and emergencies.
• Thorough knowledge of the location, purpose and proper use of the plant safety equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot process unit operations based on experience and broad overall experience.
• Knowledge of plant hazards and approaches to protecting both personnel and equipment.
• Knowledge in Environmental Protection, including associated plant systems, equipment, limits, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR.

Personal Attributes

• Must be able to function well in a fast-paced environment under demanding deadlines and changing priorities and conditions. 
• Ability to work in an outdoor plant environment and around operating equipment.
• Ability to climb equipment ladders to access elevated platforms in a vertical plant.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking 
• Assertive self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality
• Self-motivated to accomplish the individual and company goals and objectives 
• Team oriented / ability to work in a team (e.g. ability to contribute as a team member through a positive “can-do” attitude).

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. The contents of this description are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.