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Maintenance Technician/Planner

About Us:

Valent BioSciences LLC is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and o ur products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Sumitomo Chemical, Valent BioSciences LLC operates with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit.

The Valent BioSciences manufacturing site located on an expansive 73-acre site in Osage, IA is a state of the art 130,000 square foot plant and is the largest purpose-built biorational facility in the world. It serves as the manufacturing and quality control center for Valent BioSciences broad portfolio of fermentation products.

Description of Job:

As the Maintenance Technician/Planner at Valent BioSciences, you will be in a dual role, performing maintenance tasks and acting as a backup to the maintenance coordinator managing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance Technician Tasks:

• Perform hands-on maintenance duties, which could include repairing equipment, performing routine inspections, and ensuring that all machinery and systems are functioning correctly.

• Perform as a lead technician related to, primarily, mechanical aspects process and utility equipment. Typical equipment includes pumps, seals, tanks, piping, agitators, and other similar rotating equipment.

• Coordinate closely with installing contractors and equipment suppliers.

• Build preventative maintenance and/or other appropriate maintenance routines.

• Assist various members of the management team in developing key programs and initiatives related to safety and maintenance.

• Perform in a backup role for other plant equipment, including but not limited to electric motors, boilers, chillers, air compressors, and water treatment systems.

• Maintenance Planner Tasks:

• Assist and step in for the maintenance coordinator when needed. This involves managing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), which includes:

• Planning Work Orders: Organizing and scheduling maintenance tasks.

• Maintenance Schedules: Ensuring that regular maintenance is carried out on time to prevent equipment breakdowns.

• Parts Inventory: Managing and tracking the availability of parts needed for repairs and maintenance.

• Preventative Maintenance: Overseeing activities that prevent equipment failures and extend the lifespan of machinery.

• This role requires both technical skills in maintenance and organizational skills in managing maintenance operations through the CMMS.

  Additional Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Evaluate and recommend maintenance management infrastructure requirements.

• Lead the development of comprehensive equipment database in asset management software.

• Using OEM manuals, develop and evaluate PM procedures.

• Works as a liaison between Maintenance and Production to assist in scheduling of work.

• Additional duties as required.

  Preferred Qualifications and Education:

• 5+ years relevant experience, including electrical/mechanical maintenance and work order protocol.

• Experience in the installation and/or operation of mechanical equipment in a process facility.

• 5-7 years of manufacturing maintenance experience

• 2+ years CMMS planning experience

  What We Offer:

  You’ll enjoy competitive compensation, consisting of base pay plus an incentive program available to all full-time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including high-quality healthcare options, 401k matching, life and disability insurance, generous time off (with time off to volunteer) and much more!

  We work together to power our sustainable future. Here’s what drives us: Valent BioSciences, LLC has a strong commitment to both sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). In fact, being a responsible corporate citizen has been ingrained in our culture since the company’s founding. Today, it remains at the forefront of everything we do.

• Valent BioSciences LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.

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  To apply visit:

  https://www.valentbiosciences.com/careers/