Crest Industries ยท 4 months ago
Process Technician
Alexandria, Louisiana
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelCrest Industries is a company focused on redefining traditional organic chemistry through biotechnology. The Process Technician role involves hands-on operation and maintenance of chemical processing equipment, ensuring quality assurance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support production and process improvements.
EnergyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment such as reactors, mixers, pumps, and distillation units
Adjust temperature, pressure, flow rates, and other parameters to maintain optimal production conditions
Conduct tests and inspections to ensure products meet required specifications
Collect and analyze samples during production for consistency and compliance
Perform routine checks and basic maintenance on machinery
Perform scheduled inspections and servicing of pumps, valves, compressors, and instrumentation to prevent breakdowns
Maintain lubrication schedules and replace worn components before failure
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control system issues in real time
Repair or replace faulty equipment parts with minimal disruption to production
Follow strict safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Participate in safety training and ensure compliance with environmental and regulatory standards
Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety regulations and lockout/tagout procedures
Participate in hazard assessments and equipment risk evaluations
Record operational data, batch records, and test results
Maintain accurate logs for audits and continuous improvement efforts
Quickly adapt to evolving processes and technologies
Support pilot runs and scale-up activities from lab to full production
Work closely with R&D, operations, and quality teams to develop and refine new products
Provide feedback on process feasibility and scalability
Stay updated on new equipment, automation tools, and chemical handling techniques
Help establish SOPs and training materials for future hires
This role is responsible for food safety and following good manufacturing practices and reporting unsafe conditions to supervisors
Additional duties as assigned by leadership
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent, required
Ability to work in a team-driven environment with a collaborative and proactive attitude required
High degree of organizational skills, to be able to document processes and results, required
Mechanically inclined, knowledgeable of machines and tools, required
Preferred
College degree in Math, Biology, or Chemistry, preferred
Post-secondary certificate in agriculture or natural resources, precision production or another related area, preferred
A background in maintenance or a laboratory setting preferred
Company
Crest Industries
Founded in 1958, Crest Industries is the operating company for a family of world-class project-oriented businesses specialized in electric power delivery, industrial services, distribution and natural resources.
Founded in 1958
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul Bordelon, MPA, CPA, CIA
Chief Financial Officer
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