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Plant Operator C

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc.
Defiance, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 1/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Job Description

Tessenderlo Kerley is seeking an Operator who will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our new manufacturing plant in Defiance, Ohio. If you are enthusiastic about being a part of a great team and contributing to growing our business at our newest site, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity!

What you will do :

  • Load and unload trucks and railcars in accordance with Tessenderlo Kerley policy and OSHA, EPA, HM-126, BOE and DOT regulations.
  • Read and record local instrumentation.
  • Obtain and analyze product samples to ensure product quality.
  • Contain, clean up, package and label Hazardous Waste according to HAZWOPER training and OSHA, EPA, RCRA, HM-126 and DOT regulations.
  • Outside operation of manual valves and equipment.
  • Assist the A operator in troubleshooting and correcting irregularities with the process and process equipment.
  • Participate in the plant safety program, which includes presenting and attending required safety meetings, reporting potential hazards, and performing monthly safety inspections.
  • Routinely inspect vessels and equipment to prevent equipment failure or damage.
  • Maintain plant property in a clean and orderly fashion.
  • Assist in plant projects, including maintenance, turn-around, lock out / tag out and confined space entries.
  • Perform new facility startup activities, which includes P&ID walk-down / red-line as built drawings, equipment and piping hydro-testing, and preparing equipment for service when turned over to operations.
  • Assist with process area setup and organization.
  • Assist with valve tagging, pipe labeling, sign installation and safety related painting.
  • Transload incoming product railcars to bulk truck for customer delivery until terminal is functional and in operation.
  • Assist with development of plant operating procedures.
  • Support the A operator in submitting maintenance orders.
  • Utilize plant equipment to clear snow and remove ice during inclement weather.
  • Train closely with the A operator to learn the process.
  • Assist with the execution of turnaround maintenance activities.
  • Monitor activities of contract personnel to ensure safe work practices are implemented.
  • Maintain all plant areas in a clean and organized manner.
  • Obtain, analyze and prepare for shipment process and storage product samples.
  • Perform any other duties as deemed necessary by management.

Qualifications

What we need from you :

  • High school diploma or GED is required.
  • Must be able to attend classes and pass the state-required boiler operator certificate program.
  • Technical and mechanical experience is preferred.
  • Demonstrate an ability to communicate and work with coworkers and customers professionally and with a positive attitude.
  • Must be able to read and understand the material.
  • Basic mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Computer literate – must know basic computer skills.
  • Possess good time-management skills.
  • Additional Information

    Why join Tessenderlo Kerley :

    Working at Tessenderlo Kerley

  • Work / life balance
  • Fun and rewarding environment
  • Learning, development and teamwork
  • Community involvement / outreach
  • Challenging and meaningful work
  • Benefits & Rewards :

  • Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
  • 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
  • 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, up to 4% of annual base salary
  • Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
  • Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
  • Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
  • Tuition Reimbursement : Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
  • Adoption Assistance :  Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
  • Paid maternity and parental time off
  • Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
  • Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Company referral program
  • Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is part of Tessenderlo Group (Euronext : TESB), a global industrial group that focuses on agriculture, valorizing bio-residuals, machinery, mechanical engineering, electronics, energy, and industrial solutions for water management. At the heart of the strategy of Tessenderlo Group lies the conviction that “Every Molecule Counts.” In everything we do, we seek to further valorize and add value to our products and processes. For more information about Tessenderlo Group, please visit  www.tessenderlo.com .

    Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

    Salary : $5,000

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