Ion Helper

American Crystal Sugar Company•East Grand Forks, MN
•$24 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Ion Exclusion (IE) Helper is responsible for assisting to operate the MDS plant in a safe, sanitary and efficient manner according to established guidelines. MDS is defined as the entire operation of molasses desugarization including shipping and receiving of molasses & all byproducts associated with molasses, and operation of the water treatment plant.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or a GED certificate is required.
  • Able to read, write and communicate effectively.
  • Forklift/palletjack Certification required.
  • Must be able to reference, read and understand how to use MSDS information.

Responsibilities

  • Works with the MDS Team to prepare the molasses and water for the separator including operating the molasses filtration systems. Maintains high quality water and molasses for the separator.
  • Identifies and corrects of mechanical, operational, and electrical problems, requesting help if required, or may perform or direct other maintenance personnel in making repairs Diagnostic troubleshooting is required.
  • Monitors Rosemont computer system; makes adjustments through a computer as needed.
  • Collects samples from the process and completes and documents various lab analyses.
  • Assists in ensuring all equipment is functioning and operating safely & efficiently.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
  • Dumps mud presses and sludge presses in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Dumps filter aid bags into precoat and body feed hoppers.
  • Runs filter pad checks on industrial filters.
  • Moves filter aid from elevator to 3rd floor MDS.
  • Accurately completes all required reports and recordkeeping (maintenance and operations) in a timely basis. Assists with the cleaning in all areas of and around MDS and water plant.
  • Assists in submitting written reports for improvements to correct operational problems.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work environment, disposing of empty bags and maintaining areas of around MDS and the water plant. General housekeeping duties.
  • Performs various lab tests and analyses related to product quality.
  • Assists operators with special projects such as back washing resin, sample taking and troubleshooting.
  • Cross trains with Molasses Loaders in order to assist when needed.
  • Performs other work as required by Ion Tech.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Works overtime as required.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one.
  • Pension
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match
  • Paid dental
  • Paid basic life insurance
  • Paid short-term disability
  • Voluntary long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Paid time off
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Service awards
  • 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
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