Furnace Operator

PQ • Jeffersonville, IN

56d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the process and all associated equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of direct experience working in a manufacturing plant environment, preferably a chemical processing facility.
• Able to follow written and verbal instruction.
• Able to demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Able to demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Good interpersonal skills, works well within a team environment.
• Good decision making skills (makes decisions, acts upon them, willing to defend decisions over peer pressure).
• Must demonstrate a strong work ethic (attendance, attitude, etc.).
• Understanding of ISO management systems (e.g., 9001, 14001)
• Understanding of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) principles and Statistical Process Control (SPC).

Responsibilities

• Operates the process in a safe and reliable manner.
• Operates in compliance with all health, safety and environmental rules and regulations.
• Interprets lab & process data and adjusts process to maintain quality output.
• Takes direction from Unit Manager and Lead Operator.
• Communicates process information and issues with other production operators, maintenance & management.
• Supports Unit Manager, maintenance, and operations technicians as a team member.
• Maintains production and other company requirements.
• Performs housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a high temperature refractory lined furnace used to produce molten glass, two fuel fired boilers and a waste heat boiler, and four pressure vessels (dissolvers).
• Makes necessary adjustments, using industrial tools, to valves, vibrating conveyors, etc. to ensure process reliability and performance.
• Interprets and reacts to instrumentation readings to control the process.
• Recognizes upset conditions and takes immediate and appropriate corrective actions.
• Performs and assists with maintenance as directed, including preventive maintenance, in accordance with training and skills.
• Responsible for raw material inventories on a daily basis.
• Routinely monitors environmental conditions in the plant and takes appropriate investigative & corrective actions and makes timely notifications

What This Job Offers

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