Flaker Operator

Company: Ingevity
Location: Newton
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Job Family Group:Manufacturing OperationsAre you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity. At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!Purpose (eg, key reason why the organization requires this role, why the role exists):Safe operation of equipment associated with flaking and packaging operations in the Hard Resin and Post Refinery production areas and insures that areas are in full compliance with all applicable Company, State, and Federal regulations. Assists in coordinating and prioritizing work in the Hard Resin and Post Refinery production areas.Experience (eg, knowledge, education, skills, years of experience required to perform the role competently, etc. Do not list personal background only): Knowledge: An understanding of plant processes and production flow in Hard Resin and Post Refinery production areas.Education: High School Diploma.Skills/Abilities: Must be able to operate fork trucks and must have DOT Hazmat Certification. Certified and trained in Confined Space, Hot Work, and Hydro-blasting Polices.Fully certified in Hard Resin or Post Refinery Flaking and Packaging for both the Hard Resin and Post Refinery production areas. Position may also be certified in the Hard Resin or Post Refinery Kettle area and the Resinate Filter for push up into these positions. The Hard Resin Kettle Operator and Resinate Filter positions require PSM Training prior to performing any task unsupervised and PSM Refresher Training every three years.Work Experience: 1 year of plant/operations experience with appropriate training.Travel Required: May be required but rare.Key Output/Deliverables (eg, identify the key results produced through listing the primary five to seven duties and responsibilities of this job which include but are not limited to.):Responsible for the safe operation of all assigned process equipment in the Hard Resin and Post Refinery - Flaking Belts, Cooling Water Systems, Secondary Hot Oil Systems, Packaging Equipment, Product Filtering Equipment (gaff filters and auto-filters), and Environmental Control Equipment. Safe operation includes all routine and emergency procedures for start up, operation, and shutdown of all process equipment position is responsible for.Perform miscellaneous production support activities, as directed by the Shift Lead and Process Control Lead, such as assisting with fluidizer setup, raw material procurement and staging, waste disposal, filtering bulk liquid products, reactor sampling, area housekeeping.Troubleshoots process and equipment, makes necessary corrections, and initiates work requests for maintenance as necessary. Performs and completes preventive maintenance (PM) and minor maintenance as necessary and as trained to do so. Prepares area and equipment for maintenance and the following permits: hot work and confined space. Also responsible for issuing line entry permits and freeze proofing on assigned equipment as required.Responsible for preparing Non-Hazardous Waste Pad shipments.May be assigned to push up and assume full responsibilities in the Hard Resin and Post Refinery Area. Note: When assuming full responsibility for the Hard Resin or Post Refinery Kettle area, the employee will be paid at a rate equivalent to an Operator IIIA (Hard Resin/Post Refinery Kettle Operator).May be assigned to push up and assume full responsibilities in the Resinate Filter area. Note: When assuming full responsibility for the Resinate Filter, the employee will be paid at a rate that is one-half the difference between the rate of pay for an Operator II (Flaker Operator) and an Operator IIIA (Kettle Operator). Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs. Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

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