Boiler Operator

Kronospan • Anniston, AL

6d • $21 - $26

About The Position

The Boiler Operator performs assigned process tasks, including safely operating Energy Systems and Water Treatment equipment and controls. The role includes routine equipment maintenance and cleaning, using computer software to manage Energy Plant and Water Treatment operations, identifying process or equipment conditions that could reduce production, and initiating appropriate corrective actions. The operator also assists maintenance personnel with troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

The operator follows procedures for starting, operating, and shutting down Energy Plant equipment; works to meet quality and productivity targets and optimize combustion; and maximizes the use of wood dust and waste as fuel. Additional duties include operating water-treatment equipment, recording operational data, preparing reports, handling chemicals, collecting wastewater samples and performing basic laboratory tests, and maintaining housekeeping in the assigned work area. The operator may operate heavy equipment and assists with equipment installation, inspections, improvements, and scheduled maintenance.

Requirements

• Read and comprehend technical work instructions.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate heavy machinery, front-end loaders, and forklifts.
• Ability to work with electric, pneumatic, or hand tools.
• Ability to work effectively with other facility team members.
• Ability to work without constant supervision.
• Ability to creatively problem-solve individually or as part of a group.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• 1–3 years of experience in a composite panel or wood panel production site.
• C1 English.
• Basic computer skills.
• High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures for starting, operating, and shutting down Energy Plant equipment.
• Meet or exceed quality and productivity measurements to achieve optimum combustion levels.
• Maximize the use of wood dust and waste to fuel wood-fired Energy Plants.
• Assist with job coverage when needed and conduct shift-change procedures with the oncoming operator.
• Bleed the Energy Plant system as necessary.
• Operate valves, pumping systems, chemical feeders, measuring and control systems, and filtration systems to maintain required water quality.
• Record and enter data into computers and plant maintenance systems, and prepare reports.
• Load and unload chemicals.
• Collect samples and perform basic laboratory analytical tests on effluent wastewater.
• May operate heavy equipment.
• Assist with installation of new equipment, components, and systems according to plans and specifications, and with improvements to existing equipment as required.
• Perform routine mechanical and quality inspections of the thermal oil circuit, fire suppression system, water treatment, and feed water system.
• Perform or assist with scheduled or directed preventive maintenance procedures and repairs.
• Conduct filter changes on the thermal oil system.
• Maintain proper housekeeping in the work area.
• Assist maintenance personnel with equipment troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning in the assigned area.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities, domestic and international.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability plans.
• Supplemental life, critical illness, and accident plans for employees and their families.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off, including paid vacation and holidays after 90 days.
• Training opportunities through the global or local KronoAcademy.
• Uniform and reimbursement for safety boots and prescription safety glasses.
• Company-provided tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED