Production Operator- Furnace

Israel Chemicals Ltd•Lawrence, KS

42d•$31 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator position is in our Lawrence food chemical processing plant. As the Production Operator, you will operate in a safe and efficient manner, carrying out basic duties, some of the basic job duties are listed below: Raw Material handling and unloading. Support ESH Compliance Follow all plant safety rules and procedures for handling phosphates Follow all applicable ICL safety requirements Follow plant emergency procedures Complete all required training Must successfully complete RCRA introductory/orientation training Must successfully complete RCRA annual refresher training Perform job safely, in an environmentally sound manner and in accordance with all cGMP requirements

Requirements

Applicants must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
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
Must be able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision, rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
Basic understanding of mechanical systems, computer applications
Good reading and comprehensive skills
Must be able to learn new duties and progress to chemical operator level
Must be capable of operating a fork truck

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in food grade manufacturing or chemical plant

Responsibilities

Material packing using manual, semi-automatic, and automated packing system
Restocking of packaging supplies
Trailer loading and unloading using fork truck
Bulk truck loading and unloading
Clean-up and housekeeping
Troubleshoot process problems
Troubleshoot product flow
Check and adjust feed liquor specific gravity
Operate furnace burners, level, temperature controls
Pump feed liquor to furnaces and control flow
Operate auxiliary equipment, including, but not limited to chill wheel, elevator, Buffalo mills, hammer mill, hummer screen, Rotex screener, dust collector, baggers, cooling tower, product scalping screeners, pneumatic blowers, bucket elevators, and conveyors

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