Production Operator - Acid

ICL Group•Lawrence, KS

1d•$31•Onsite

About The Position

As the Acid Operator, you will assist the Furnace Operator in the production of phosphoric acid. This includes but is not limited to operating auxiliary equipment for pumping acids, operate acid storage facilities, make food grade acid, operate acid filters, rework non-conforming acid batches, load acid rail cars, trucks and drums to meet customer, production and shipping requirements. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for this position. Please note that, at this time, we are only considering applications from local candidates. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to Lawrence, KS to be eligible for consideration. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to reviewing applications from talented individuals in our local area. I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position? Support ESH Compliance: Attend monthly safety meeting and complete all regulatory ESH&T requirements Follow all plant safety procedures and requirements for handing phosphoric acid, hydrogen peroxide, hydrogen sulfide and caustic Perform job safely, in an environmentally sound manner and in accordance with all cGMP requirements Follow plant emergency procedures Acid Operators are members of the plant emergency brigade Must successfully complete RCRA introductory/orientation training Must successfully complete RCRA annual refresher training Potential RCRA responsibilities: Inspect RCRA waste storage areas Safely operate hazardous waste equipment and/or processes Safely package, label, store, load and ship hazardous wastes Ensure that hazardous waste manifest and documentation requirements are met Respond to hazardous waste incidents and notify proper authorities Maintain equipment associated with hazardous waste management Operations personnel must successfully demonstrate and document hazardous waste qualifications upon completion of on-the-job training Job Responsibilities: Make technical and food grade acids Operate H2S scrubber system Operate all acid filtering facilities Load railcars and trucks with acid Operate railcar puller Fill totes, drums and liquid-paks with acid Check the strength of acid at various points in the process Adjust the strength of acid as required Control the acid distribution system Ensure that customer requirements are met prior to shipment of acid Rework acid batches and product in storage as required Operate drum filter Ensure that production and housekeeping in assigned areas meet Good Manufacturing Practices and standards Comply with the requirements of the ICL Lawrence Quality System Ensure compliance with all food safety requirements Identify maintenance needs and write work notifications Assist in updating SOP’s and training manuals Interface with other team members to ensure a safe work environment, communication and optimize material flow Operate yard truck Operate Kalmar fork truck Complete other job responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Manufacturing experience preferred
Must successfully complete new employee orientation and all job specific training
Ability to safely exit the plant in the event of an emergency
Have the physical ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. further than 10 feet on a frequent basis
Must be able to work in confined areas while wearing protective clothing & equipment

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Attend monthly safety meeting and complete all regulatory ESH&T requirements
Follow all plant safety procedures and requirements for handing phosphoric acid, hydrogen peroxide, hydrogen sulfide and caustic
Perform job safely, in an environmentally sound manner and in accordance with all cGMP requirements
Follow plant emergency procedures
Acid Operators are members of the plant emergency brigade
Must successfully complete RCRA introductory/orientation training
Must successfully complete RCRA annual refresher training
Inspect RCRA waste storage areas
Safely operate hazardous waste equipment and/or processes
Safely package, label, store, load and ship hazardous wastes
Ensure that hazardous waste manifest and documentation requirements are met
Respond to hazardous waste incidents and notify proper authorities
Maintain equipment associated with hazardous waste management
Make technical and food grade acids
Operate H2S scrubber system
Operate all acid filtering facilities
Load railcars and trucks with acid
Operate railcar puller
Fill totes, drums and liquid-paks with acid
Check the strength of acid at various points in the process
Adjust the strength of acid as required
Control the acid distribution system
Ensure that customer requirements are met prior to shipment of acid
Rework acid batches and product in storage as required
Operate drum filter
Ensure that production and housekeeping in assigned areas meet Good Manufacturing Practices and standards
Comply with the requirements of the ICL Lawrence Quality System
Ensure compliance with all food safety requirements
Identify maintenance needs and write work notifications
Assist in updating SOP’s and training manuals
Interface with other team members to ensure a safe work environment, communication and optimize material flow
Operate yard truck
Operate Kalmar fork truck
Complete other job responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

Competitive pay
Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire. Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost
Inclusive benefits for growing families, covering fertility, adoption, and parental leave
Generous Leave and FMLA policies
Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)
Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products)
401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service
Crisis assistance available to support employees during unforeseen circumstances
Employee Assistance Program that includes comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Student Loan Assistance
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation
Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more