Operations Center Specialist - Day Shift

Overview

Through the use of computers, graphical interfaces and visual references, the Operations Center Specialist will monitor and operate industrial processes and equipment in accordance to approved action plans. This position will also monitor all facilities to protect people, equipment, and property, taking appropriate action as needed. Position will also assist in research and development testing and pilot runs for product and/or equipment development and testing.

Join our dedicated day shift team and be part of a group that keeps things moving around the clock. You will work a 12-hour alternating weekly schedule.

Schedule 1: 6am-6pm Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

Schedule 2: 6am-6pm Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday

Responsibilities

• Remotely monitor and operate industrial equipment. Record, document, and communicate information related to areas such as downtime, out of parameter conditions, testing, CIP, and normal production, which includes startup/shut down of production. Work closely with plant personnel for smooth operation of plant.
• Monitor and communicate information using equipment systems such as graphical computer screens, radio, telephone, and email in an efficient and timely manner.
• Follow established action plans, procedures, and policies to respond to routine and emergency situations such as plant startup, CIP, and out of parameter conditions.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of graphical systems, working with programmers to maintain an accurate representation of existing systems. Report any errors or problems with the system and make suggestions for enhancements to the current system.
• Receive direction and work closely with lead operations center specialists to optimize effectiveness when dealing with critical or high demand situations and new systems.
• Responsible for the security and safety of people, equipment, and property. Monitor and appropriately respond to situations as needed.
• Responsible for a smooth shift transition to prevent disruption to department and plant operations. Effectively communicate shift activity, problems, etc. to next shift.
• May act as a backup to answer and transfer phone calls, relay messages, and receive deliveries and guests as needed. May be required to travel to remote locations and receive on-site training.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Ability to maintain alertness while sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in low lighting and provide constant use of sight and hearing.
• Ability to multi-task and react quickly and efficiently in a consistently changing environment.
• Ability to follow direction and make sound decisions when necessary.
• Mechanical aptitude is advantageous.
• Effective communication skills in both verbal and written form.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Office setting.

Experience: Mechanical and/or electrical background is preferred.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent, or verifiable ability to perform essential job functions. Vocational school or technical college education is preferred. Well-rounded, practical experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
Department: Systems Engineering
Reports to (if applicable): Operations Center Supervisor

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At empirical, we believe everyone deserves safe, quality, and affordable food. Our task is to meet the world’s ever-increasing nourishment needs within the constraints of our precious natural resources. To get there, we need to think bigger and smarter.

Our experience has taught us that nothing gets done by discussion alone. We know how to do things because we do things – whether that’s producing high-quality foods or building the equipment needed for the job.

We feel good about the results because of the work and dedication that make it possible.

After all, the evidence is empirical.