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COInstrument Technician OR COOperator
Job in
Yakima, Yakima County, Washington, 98903, USA
Listed on 2026-01-26
Listing for:
John I Haas
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Production, Utility Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
We are currently filling one position, which may be hired as either a CO2 Instrument Technician or a CO2 Operator, depending on qualifications and experience.
CO2 Instrument Technician (Grade3)
Shift: Sun–Tue: 12:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.;
Wed: 12:00 a.m.–6:00 a.m.
Position Summary: Safely and efficiently run the high-pressure CO2 Extraction Plant. Must be able to identify process problems, make necessary repairs, adjustments and assist in training new employees.
Responsibilities- Load/unload extractors inclusive of, but not limited to: operate bridge crane and forklift; open/close the top and bottom extractor closures; load “super bags” into the extractors; understand spent hop conveying system; clean extractor top and bottom heads before closing; prepare spent hop and raw hop samples for lab; transport super bags from warehouse to CO2 Plant and stage within plant; troubleshoot spent hop conveying system if plugged.
- Understand computer graphics and process variables.
- Understand how the control system works.
- Understand how PID controllers work.
- Learn and respond to all alarms.
- Operate the process using the automated and manual sequence.
- Start-up and shutdown process.
- Assist Hot CO2 Flush, Caustic wash.
- Learn how interlocks work.
- Periodically scan all process screens to obtain situational awareness of the processing facility.
- Perform daily/weekly maintenance, checklist duties and troubleshooting/repair.
- Assist with troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of all mechanical/electrical/instrumentation systems including, but not limited to: basic understanding of repair, maintenance and calibration of control valves, sensors, transmitters and controllers; read electrical schematics; understand how PLCs and control systems work; operation, repair and maintenance of pumps, heat exchangers, refrigeration systems, compressed air systems, CO2 systems; understand PID controllers; understand piping and instrumentation diagrams;
understand block and bleed procedures for valve replacement; understand basic boiler operation.
- Ability to locate stocked and non-stocked parts and supplies using the Parts list and placement knowledge.
- Understand and implement 5S procedures (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
- Operate vacuum and dust collection systems; sweep and wash down assigned/shared areas; ensure tools and items are well organized.
- Handle chemicals including methanol spills and caustic beads or liquid caustic; practice safe handling of chemicals; use appropriate PPE.
- Understand and monitor CO2 levels in work and storage tanks; respond to CO2 leak detection alarms; know safety procedures including LOTO, welding, working from heights and vessel entry permits; understand SDS; secure flammables, chemicals and pressurized cylinders; use Scott Air-Pak.
- Inspect sensors and safety equipment; maintain safety communication board.
- Use D365 to scan and receive items for the plant, including inventory counts of all products, supplies, chemicals and finished goods. Enter required production information into the appropriate D365 checklists.
- Perform leadership tasks through positive communication and coordination between the production supervisor, crew lead, and operator team. Create an environment of problem solving by utilizing the Kaizen log and other communication tools and encouraging others to do the same.
- Such other duties as may be assigned in accordance with Company needs and requirements.
- Must comply with all John I. Haas, Inc. policies and procedures, including successful passing of pre-employment drug test.
- Work a 42-hour work week with the ability to work a twelve-hour shift, as needed. Ability to cover additional shifts and work overtime.
- Ability to climb stairs and ladders and to walk in high elevation catwalk areas.
- Ability to lift 75 pounds, with or without assistance.
- Must not have sensitivity to hop allergies.
- Ability to become forklift certified.
- Must be clean-shaven in order to wear a Scott Air-Pak.
- Must have adequate hearing and vision to perform the job.
- Must complete one month of…
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