Production Operator - Pilot Plant

altM, is an alternate materials company on a mission to accelerate the future of sustainable materials. We specialize in transforming agricultural and industrial bio-residues into scalable, high-performance bio-chemicals and biomaterials.

Responsibilities:
- Operate pilot plant equipment as per standard operating procedures (reactors, centrifuges, filters, evaporators, dryers, pumps, columns, etc.)
- Handling utility packages such as thermic oil system, hot water system, chillers, air compressors, N2 generators, cooling tower,DM Water system
- Load and unload biomass, solvents, and chemicals safely
- Monitor and record process parameters (temperature, pressure, pH, flow rates) and report deviations immediately
- Perform cleaning-in-place (CIP), equipment changeover, and basic maintenance activities
- Support in the troubleshooting of equipment (reactors, centrifuges, dryers, evaporators, pumps, heat exchangers, utilities)
- Handle solvent recovery, waste segregation, and effluent management as per safety guidelines




- Assist in scale-up trials and current process introduction under supervisor guidance
- Maintain housekeeping (5S), batch logs, and equipment logbooks
- Follow all safety protocols, wear proper PPE, and participate in safety drills
- Support R&D; team during experimental runs

Qualifications & Experience:
- ITI / Diploma in Chemical Technology, Chemical Plant Operator, B. Sc/ M. SC in Chemistry or Biotechnology or related field
- 2-3 years of hands-on experience as Plant Operator/ Field Operator / Process Technician
- Experience in any of the following industries is preferred:
- Fine/specialty chemical manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical API plants
- Paper & pulp / bio-refinery operations
- Paint & resin production

Requirements:
- Ability to read and follow SOPs, batch sheets, and basic P&IDs;
- Familiarity with DCS/PLC panel operation (mandatory)
- Experience in biomass handling or solvent-based extraction will be highly valued

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