Boiling and Spinning Technician

Florida Crystals / ASR Group•Arabi, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boiling/Spinning Process Technician is responsible for ensuring that sugar is boiled to specifications for size, quality, and uniformity. The technician operates vacuum pans and related equipment, controls the flow of liquors and sugar mass, monitors process conditions, takes and evaluates samples, and adjusts equipment to achieve the specified consistency. The role also involves cleaning and maintaining equipment, keeping records, and following established safety and sanitation practices. The position is based in Chalmette, Louisiana. The starting hourly rate is $32.01. Paid sick days and vacation are available after a 90-day probationary period. The position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, as well as overtime when needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.

Requirements

At least 1 year of previous experience in an industrial setting.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to judge density and crystal size by visual inspection.
Ability to read gauges, thermostats, and meters.
Ability to regulate and adjust valves for proper flow.
Ability to maintain simple records.
Attention to detail.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, and climb.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in process operations or refinery operations.
Associate’s degree in Industrial Technology (Process Technology).

Responsibilities

Boil granulated or brilliant sugar or sweetwater in vacuum pans as assigned.
Feed proper liquors into the pan and distribute sugar mass and syrups properly.
Clean pans with steam after each cycle by turning the appropriate valve.
Open and close steam, foot, condenser water, vacuum, liquor, and back valves as needed.
Direct the flow of the desired grade of liquor or sweetwater into the pan.
Observe, set, and adjust control instruments.
Start and stop the pan agitator as required.
Observe syrup in the pan and take samples using a proof stick and glass plate; inspect and feel samples to determine grain, add seed sugar when proper density is reached, and take Brix readings.
Perform other sampling activities as directed.
Start and stop pumps and motors.
Adjust temperature and use automatic vacuum and feed control with tightness control; make manual adjustments as needed to achieve specified consistency.
Notify the Boiler House when steam is or is not required for equipment.
Inject and boil pans with cleaning solution for scale removal; remove, clean, and replace strainers as directed using necessary tools.
Receive, label, and transport samples as directed, and wash empty containers.
Maintain written records as required.
Climb to the top of the pan when required to use a cold-water spray to clean it.
Observe level indicator boards to maintain proper levels, avoid overflow, and prevent pans from drawing air; control levels in mixers and tanks.
Follow required procedures when starting up and shutting down equipment.
Distribute sugar mass from the pan to the specified mixer by opening valves.
Wash, clean, and descale equipment.
Perform all jobs in accordance with established safety practices and sanitation standards.