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Assistant Plant Operator

Maine Standard Biofuels
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025 CLOSED ON 1/18/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Plant Operator position at Maine Standard Biofuels?

About Us: Maine Standard Biofuels is a locally owned and operated, people-based small business focused on reducing waste and making biobased products such as Biodiesel, Bioheat, our Wicked Strong line of cleaners and our Solvitall line of industrial-biobased chemicals. As the only commercial biodiesel manufacturer in the state of Maine, our company aims to lower the carbon footprint of our state by reducing emissions, lowering the use of traditional petroleum based chemicals, and recycling waste such as used cooking oil. Est. in 2007, Maine Standard Biofuels is consistently growing and is seeking an addition to our team in a new position as a plant operator.

Summary: To operate and maintain facility equipment and grounds in accordance with business objectives outlined by management to manufacture high quality products.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Assures finished goods, maintenance, new constructions, and operations are in accordance with company quality control guidelines and procedures.
  • Communicates with management daily about operations.
  • Maintains and controls the physical condition of the industrial processing equipment and surrounding grounds to keep a safe working environment.
  • Maintains plant policies, procedures, and guidelines consistent with company policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
  • Flexible pay rate depending on qualifications and experience

Notes: You will be expected to be able to be on your feet for the majority of the day. You will also have a desk.

Skills:

Familiarity with hand Tools and battery operated power tools

Logistical, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Boiler Problem Solving

Ready to Learn

Strong Awareness for Safety - We work with hazardous liquids, heavy objects, and up to 20' off the ground

Able to Stay focused on priorities and Time Management

Oral and written Communication Skills - Teamwork is important to avoid feeling overwhelmed

Diplomacy

Organization and Industrial Hygiene

Professionalism

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Prior industrial processing or machine operating experience is helpful. A good understanding of sciences such as physics, chemistry, and mechanics is a plus but can be learned on the job.

Salary Range: Hourly wages will from $25 an hour with a review after 180 days.

Benefits Range: After 90 days of employment we offer competitive benefits; 401(k) w/ up to 4% match, 100% employer-sponsored health, dental and vision insurance (50% employer-sponsored for spouse and children), generous PTO, paid sick time, holiday pay, discounted home heating oil (if in our delivery zone), and a laid-back atmosphere with company-sponsored outings and lunches.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Portland, ME 04103 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25

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