About the role#
The Bioprocessing Student - Plant Technician intern will work on-site at our facility in North Manchester, Indiana. You will learn to operate plant processing equipment and perform routine maintenance in a highly automated chemical environment. This is a full-time, paid internship with a rolling start date. Please note that continuous plant operations may require 12-hour shifts, and you must be able to meet call-in requirements if necessary.
What you'll do#
- Learn the safe operation and maintenance of equipment used in bioprocessing.
- Assist with the removal, installation, and rebuilding of equipment as part of preventive and predictive maintenance.
- Perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
- Operate the Distributed Control System (DCS) for the plant.
- Collect and test quality control samples, interpret results, and make adjustments to optimize operations.
- Document activities, maintain accurate logs, and enter data into our systems.
- Follow standard operating procedures for plant start-up, shut-down, cleaning, and batching.
- Notify management of any safety, environmental, quality, or production concerns.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in an accredited learning institution focused on bio-processing, energy production, or plant maintenance.
- Proficiency in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and the capacity to learn new software.
- Experience with systems like Maximo is preferred.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including working at heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures.
- Ability to pass a drug screen and physical exam.
Location & details#
- Location: North Manchester, Indiana
- Modality: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time
- This position does not offer sponsorship.
About POET
POET is a biotechnology research company based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It operates 34 bioprocessing facilities across eight states. The company produces biofuel and various bioproducts like animal feed, corn oil, and renewable CO2. It focuses on plant-based alternatives to fossil fuels.
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