Control Room Operator / Roaster Operator

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for operating the roaster and associated equipment and monitoring and adjusting controls consistent with our core principles. Maintain a clean and orderly process area. Investigate root causes of process issues. Perform preventative and minor maintenance or submit work requests. Required to adhere to company safety and environmental principles and objectives.

DUTIES 1.

Ensure operational excellence of tank farm and roaster. 2. Process Technical Support for the other Operators, on site or over the phone. 3. Identify process issues promptly, identify the root cause, and take corrective action. 4. Process mis-operations and root cause investigations, along with the Quality/EHSS Manager, and conduct operation follow up to the root cause analysis. 5. Responsible for Alarm Management. Documenting alarms, reason for them and what action needs to be taken. 6. Ensure equipment is maintained in optimal condition. Ensure work orders are in the system for preventative maintenance and regular inspections. Perform minor maintenance. 7. Disassemble, clean, remove, reassemble, and/or replace equipment requiring routine maintenance such as strainers, valves, pumps, nozzles and filters. 8. Disassemble, power-wash and reassemble CPL piping circuits. 9. Monitor process controls and samples. Make corrective adjustments to maintain optimal process conditions. 10. Ensure the iron oxide and acid quality meets and/or exceeds our customer's expectations. 11. Maintain accurate process records. 12. To protect yourself and coworkers, ensure all company procedures and policies are adhered to. If a policy appears to be illogical, do not ignore it, deal with it immediately by discussing it with the Plant Manager and resolving to either follow the procedure as written or to modify it. 13. Inspect tank farm and piping daily for leaks, and address issues promptly. 14. Maintain the regenerated acid (RA) and spent pickle liquor (SPL) inventory. 15. Responsible for maintaining the 5S housekeeping plan including, but not limited to, keeping work area clean and orderly, daily sweeping of area under the roaster and around the scales.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In the plant, employees may be exposed to noise, dust, heat, steam and hazardous materials requiring the use of safety equipment. Required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to handle hazardous materials including use of a rubberized suit and respiratory apparatus when necessary. Job assignments may vary based on daily production needs and objectives.

Climbing and Lifting Required:

Lifting and carrying up to 70#, 25-30% of the time, Climbing Ladders and stairs 25-30% of the time

QUALIFICATIONS A

high school diploma or equivalent is required. An understanding of chemistry, mathematics and scientific methods. 12 hour shifts alternate between days and night every 4 weeks. Overtime is required. Prior operator experience is preferred. Summary As a Control Room Operator / Roaster Operator, you will be a vital part of our manufacturing team, utilizing core skills such as blueprint reading, mechanical knowledge, and precision measuring instruments to ensure the efficient operation of our equipment. With relevant skills in manufacturing, packaging, and quality control, you will contribute to the overall success of our manufacturing facility. A high school diploma or GED is required for this role. Join us and be a key player in our production operations. Quarterly STIP Operational team bonuses paid upon achievement of forecasted financial goals. Employee Stock Option Plan.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$26.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Prescription drug insurance Profit sharing Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Manufacturing:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person