What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator position at OP Recycling?
Job Title: Plant Operator
Department: OP Recycling
Location: Columbus, OH
Report to: Operations Manager
FSLA: Non-Exempt
About the Role:
Responsible for monitoring and operating all equipment utilized in the refinery process. The plant operator will take proactive measures to ensure the plant is maintained in a safe condition and operating smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Operates a computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA) to control and monitor the flow and chemical processing
- Verifies the SCADA system is working correctly and that the data is accurate through testing
- Maintains an intimate working knowledge of plant equipment, system, process, and SCADA failure modes to ensure proper plant operation when abnormal situations occur
- Observe all written operational procedures, monitor all equipment and processes to ensure operating parameters are within defined operating ranges
- Troubleshoot and take corrective action when parameters are near or out of defined ranges
- Conducts and evaluates laboratory analytical results and adjusts chemical dosages and processes as needed
- Load and unload trucks with feedstock, finished products and chemicals.
- Perform light maintenance on plant equipment including preventive and regular maintenance.
- Maintains legible, accurate records and logs of shift operations; records meter and gauge readings and data such as chemical levels, flow rates, and laboratory analyses
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in the plant and other operating areas
- Assist with other duties, as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum of High School Diploma required
- Excellent mechanical aptitude with preferred 1-3 years of previous operations work experience
- Working knowledge of safety in a process environment
- Prior training and experience in performing preventative maintenance on industrial equipment preferred
- Proficiency in using computers and PLC systems
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team
- Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Holidays'
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Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23