Operator C

Company description

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies, worldwide. Serving these customers well is a passion and a commitment-one that the people of Tessenderlo Kerley find rewarding, empowering and meaningful.

If you want the work you do to make a positive impact on the world in which we live, and work alongside innovative, quality-focused people of vision, Tessenderlo Kerley is the right place for you.

Job description

Tessenderlo Kerley Inc. logo

Tessenderlo Kerley Inc. is seeking an Operator C for our plant in Coffeyville, Kansas. The role involves supporting plant and terminal operations while adhering to Tessenderlo Kerley's policies and procedures, and all applicable state and federal regulations.

We are looking for an individual with integrity, a strong work ethic, and a focus on safety who enjoys and is committed to being part of a team.
 
As a Plant Operator, you will be part of a small on-site team and a dynamic organization that values innovation and creative thinking. You will strive for operational and safety excellence every day by helping us maintain our long-standing safety record, which has allowed most of our production facilities to operate for over 20 years without a single lost-time incident.
 
Safety is one of Tessenderlo Kerley's Core Value, and we are looking for someone who shares this value. If you are interested in learning more about our exciting opportunity as a Plant Operator, please reach out to us.

Key Accountabilities (Performance Profile):

  • 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, and 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.
  • Troubleshoot and correct irregularities with the process and process equipment. 
  • Participate in the plant safety program, including presenting and attending required safety meetings, reporting potential hazards, and performing monthly safety inspections.
  • Routine inspection of vessels and equipment to prevent equipment failure or damage.
  • Maintain plant property in a clean and orderly fashion.
  • Assist in plant projects, including maintenance, turnaround, lockout/tag-out and confined space entries.
  • Implement an emergency response plan and assist in the mitigation of emergency situations.
  • Perform any other duties as deemed necessary by management.

Profile

Key Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors:

  • HS diploma/GED minimum
  • Technical and mechanical experience desired
  • Demonstrate an ability to communicate and work with co-workers and customers in a professional manner
  • Good mechanical and technical knowledge and skills
  • Must be able to read and understand material 
  • Basic mathematical and analytical skills
  • Basic knowledge of chemistry
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Computer literate – must know basic computer skills

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to climb stairs/ladders as needed
  • Ability to lift/carry 40 pounds
  • Fit test and able to wear a full-face and half-face respirator

Offer

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, equal 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.

Category
Manufacturing
Department
Operations - Plants
Experience level
Not Applicable
Company
Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc.
Business unit
Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc.
Country
United States
City
Coffeyville
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