Facility Operator

Ozinga Bros, Inc.•Chesterton, IN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Operator’s primary function is to ensure high quality material is safely obtained, produced, and handled. This position provides industry related technical assessments and manages the inventory levels of materials including logistical processes and documentation requirements. Facility operations to include proper operation and maintenance of all equipment including light electrical. This position is responsible for the housekeeping of all responsible areas and equipment. The Facility Operator requires daily interaction with the host company, promoting a teamwork environment. This position is inside an Iron making facility – blast furnace at Burns Harbor Steel Mill.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver’s license required
Working knowledge of all the products and materials used in the production of the product
Must Successfully complete OSHA-10 training upon hire
Must successfully pass all Pre-Employment screenings which may include, but are not limited to: drug screen, physical and/or medical exams, functional testing and background check.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in mechanical skills
High competency in Safety

Nice To Haves

Equipment experience preferred (Man Lift, Skid Steer, Loader)
Industrial work environment experience preferred
OSHA-10 preferred but not required at time of application

Responsibilities

Ensure that all tests are safely being performed according to plant and industry standards, including all pertinent ASTM, ACI, and DOT testing procedures and evaluations
Sample, test, monitor, and report on daily production of materials at the Burns Harbor facility in the area for compliance of applicable specifications; including Federal, State and project specifications
Advise host production facility and Ozinga management of all irregularities and relay test reports as required
Ensure that all products/samples are labeled correctly and clearly
Manage inventory and generate reports accordingly
Coordination of logistics, scale ticketing, stockpile, and inventory management
Executing and documenting QC checklist/as-built drawings for all products and equipment
Perform visual inspection assessments of jobsite conditions, solutions, and recommendations to correct problems if they occur; maintain a safe jobsite and working conditions
Orderly site housekeeping/compliance
Mechanical and electrical maintenance on daily basis
Proper maintenance and operation of all equipment - fixed and mobile
Continuous improvement practices all tasks and duties
100% participation in companies’ safety program
Advise host production company and Ozinga management of all irregularities and relay test reports as required
Communicate with customers, vendors, transportation companies, and the host company administrators regarding product utilization and logistics
Work in a heavy industrial environment, iron making facility at Burns Harbor required
Regular attendance and physical presence at work is an essential function of this position
This job may require additional duties not listed above and the employee may be asked to perform those duties to meet business needs