Operator C - Tessenderlo Group : Job Details

Company DescriptionTessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial, and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies worldwide. Serving these customers well is a passion and a commitment-one that the people of Tessenderlo Kerley find rewarding, empowering and meaningful.If you want the work you do to make a positive impact on the world in which we live, working alongside innovative, quality-focused people of vision, then Tessenderlo Kerley is the right place for you.Job DescriptionAs a Plant Operator at Tessenderlo Kerley, you will support plant and terminal operations by following company policy and procedures, and all applicable state and federal regulations. You will demonstrate integrity and be a hard-working individual who wants to grow and develop within an organization.You will work alongside leading Plant Managers while supporting our plant in Eufaula, Alabama. You will be part of a team and become part of a dynamic organization that promotes innovation and creative thinking.At Tessenderlo Kerley, safety is our top priority. You will strive for operational and safety excellence every day as you help sustain Tessenderlo Kerley's long-standing safety record, which has allowed most of our production facilities to operate for over 20 years without a single lost time incident. If this sounds like the ideal position for you, we invite you to learn more about our exciting opportunity as an Operator.What you will do:

• Load and unload trucks and railcars in accordance with Tessenderlo Kerley policy and OSHA, EPA, HM-126, BOE and DOT regulations.
• Read and record local instrumentation, and obtain and analyze product samples to ensure product quality.
• Contain, clean up, package and label hazardous waste according to HAZWOPER training and OSHA, EPA, RCRA, HM-126 and DOT regulations.
• Operate manual valves and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and correct irregularities with process and process equipment.
• Participate in the plant safety program, including presenting and attending required safety meetings, reporting potential hazards, and performing monthly safety inspections.
• Routinely inspect vessels and equipment to prevent equipment failure or damage.
• Maintain plant property in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Assist in plant projects, including maintenance, turnaround, lock-out/tag-out and confined space entries.
• Implement emergency response plans and assist in mitigation of emergency situations.
• Perform any other duties as deemed necessary by management.

QualificationsWhat we need from you:

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Good mechanical and technical knowledge and skills.
• Must be able to read and understand material.
• Basic mathematical and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate - must know basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, stand for prolonged periods of time, climb multiple flights of stairs, and have the ability to perform various tasks using reaching, pulling and pushing techniques.
• Must be medically cleared to utilize a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), in-line air with full face respirator, and other respiratory equipment.

Additional InformationWhy join Tessenderlo Kerley:Working at Tessenderlo Kerley

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and teamwork
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, up to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
• Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
• Adoption Assistance: Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and parental time off
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Videos To Watch