Employment Opportunities

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable Coordinator (AP) is responsible for accounts payable processing and payment for Nease Co. LLC’s Administrative Offices and Manufacturing Facility.

KEY FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

• Processing accounts payable invoices and payments
  • Ensures completeness and accuracy of invoices processed
  • Ensures that payment is timely and accurate
  • Ensure proper expense accounting
  • Work with assigned vendors and Nease staff to resolve disputes and ensure that services are not interrupted.
  • Ensures that approvals are obtained for expenditures from appropriate parties.
  • Produce a variety of correspondence and documents using a personal computer
  • Complete a variety of special projects assigned by the CFO or Staff Accountant
  • Provide reports to monitor and create accruals and other closing schedules
  • Utilizes computerized report writers and spreadsheets to assist in the reconciliation of accounts payable, accrued purchases, prepaid accounts, and fixed assets
  • Research issues with expense variances, suspense accounts and other accounts as requested by CFO or Staff Accountant.
  • Resolves discrepancies of any kind within AP function.

Other key responsibilities:

• Ensures that AP monthly closing activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Follows and applies Accounts Payable Policy and procedures.
• Provides input into maintenance and revisions of accounts payable policy and procedures.
• Provide back-up support for Accounts Receivable.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required/assigned.

Required qualifications:

Key skills and competencies:

Accounts Payable is required to work independently, with minimal supervision, handling multiple tasks.

• Requires working knowledge of Accounts Payable processing including understanding of the effects of AP to General Ledger postings.
• Requires outstanding customer service skills and the ability to work in a team setting with a diverse group of employees, managers, and outside parties.
• Requires Sales and Use Tax knowledge and application experience.
• Requires outstanding analytical, organizational, and oral/written communication skills – must communicate issues/problems to managers and coworkers as needed.
• Problem resolution and prioritization skills are a must.
• Must have strong computer skills in a Windows® environment, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• High School Education with 3+ year’s AP experience.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

This position requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching.  It requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.  Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports.  Occasionally requires lifting papers or boxes up to 25 pounds.  Work is performed in an office environment.  Work may be stressful at times.

Position Description:

The Chemical Operator performs various duties related to the production and distribution of products made at Nease. This position is an entry level position where training is critical and constant as you work toward understanding the process in order to troubleshoot process problems, ensuring timely and quality production.

Essential Functions:

• Follows all safety rules and regulations – wears appropriate PPE
• Follows directions and meets deadlines as instructed by shift supervisor
• Communicates process problems and completion of duties to shift supervisor
• Performs housekeeping details as needed
• Follows ISO 9001 compliance
• Ensures proper communication at shift change

Skills and Knowledge Developed:

• Loading/Unloading Bulk Tank Trucks
• Loading/Unloading Railcars
• Charging Reactors
• Charging Quenchers/Quenching/Separating
• Washing
• Stripping
• Filter Operation
• Spray Dryer Operation

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Good math, reasoning and problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude in dealing with workplace situations
• Maintains a good attendance record.
• Critical thinking and initiative to learn and improve skills.
• Starting pay is $20.50/hr with the potential to earn up to another $0.75/hr within 18 months ($0.25/hr increments each 6-month period). An Operator Advancement plan is in place to allow maximum growth for those interested. Nease operates on a 24 hour, 7-days a week schedule. This position works on a rotating 8-hour shift. Shifts are typically 7a-3p, 3p-11p and 11p-7a. Overtime is likely but depends on the number of Operators employed. Rotation of shifts occurs approximately 3-4 times per year and usually around major holidays.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, boots, etc.)

JOB SUMMARY

The Q.C. Lab Technician reports directly to the Q.C. Lab Supervisor.  Q.C. Lab Tech is responsible for the laboratory and Quality Control activities of the Cincinnati Plant during their assigned shift.

DUTIES:

• Analysis of raw materials, plant intermediates and plant final products and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Maintains a good attendance record.
• Keep adequate and up-to-date records of all analytical work and laboratory instrumentation.
• Provide timely analytical result to production personnel.
• Alert production personnel of any quality problems or abnormal observations. Troubleshoot in plant processes.
• Arrange procurement of lab supplies.
• Maintain a neat, clean and orderly Q.C. lab.
• Furnish periodic written reports on quality control activities.
• Qualifies and helps develop new analytical methods for the lab, using HPLC, GC and Auto Titrators.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of College Level Chemistry
• Post-Offer Physical and Drug Screen
• Analytical testing, HPLC, GC and general lab. Testing equipment. PC proficient in Windows environment.
• ISO experience preferred. Must possess excellent organizational and communications skills.

DESIRED ALTERNATIVE:

• B.S. Degree
• 3+ years in Chemical Field

WORK HOURS:

QC Lab Technicians cover 12 hour shifts Sunday to Sunday. Hours worked per week average 36 to 48 hours.  Shifts could be one of the following:

Sunday-Sunday

• 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, boots, etc.)

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Engineering Manager is primarily responsible for managing a team of Engineers and Maintenance
Technicians while driving the optimization of processes and maintenance of plant infrastructure to ensure
continued efficient operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
 Create and implement annual capital expenditure budgets:
o Develop project cost estimates and schedules
o Manage installation and provide progress reporting
o Manage projects ensuring efficient plant operations
 Drive the identification, design and implementation of projects intended to maintain, improve, or
expand the capital infrastructure of the plant.
 Drive the identification, design and implementation of projects intended to optimize existing
manufacturing processes, increase productivity, reduce cost, improve yields, and minimize waste
 Provide engineering and technical support for new process/product development projects
 Enlist external engineering firms when internal discipline is not available
 Develop and implement training plans for the introduction of new technologies or equipment to
operating personnel and staff
 Reinforce the company’s drive for continuous improvement by applying the company’s Quality
Management System to all engineering activities
 Support the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and standards in daily
operations including driving compliance with the PSM regulation
 Provide plant with engineering technical support including development and maintenance of
technical and engineering standards
REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience
 Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related engineering discipline
 5‐10 years process/project experience in the chemical process industry
 5 years engineering management experience
 Experience developing and managing capital projects and budgets
Other Skills
 Proficient in a Windows Office environment, including Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
 Excellent communication and organization skills
 Strong sense of ownership of results – excellence in execution
 Excellent communication skills with the ability to make presentations to management
 Understanding of various ISO standards and application in the chemical process industry

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Mechanic–Electrical, safely performs electrical installations, troubleshooting and repairs on electrical systems and equipment. Other assignments include maintaining and repairing mechanical facilities throughout the plant including pumps, boilers, tanks, piping and other systems.  The work demands constant attention to safety and environmental health concerns and is performed in and out-of-doors in a variety of environments.

Essential Functions:

• Safely perform all job duties while utilizing proper PPE.
• Maintains a good attendance record.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and perform repairs on a variety of electrical and mechanical systems including replacing valves, pumps, drives, etc.
• Perform general planned and preventive maintenance of the plant.
• Work from blueprints, sketches, written and verbal instructions.
• Perform and record all necessary duties related to work performed.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 – 100lbs max at times.
• Must be able to climb ladders and steps to reach work areas
• Must be able to stand on a ladder and reach above head to work.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time (>30 min) at one time while working on a problem.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel and crawl to be able to get to certain pieces of equipment for long periods of time (>30 min).
• Occasionally must be able to manipulate your body to work in cramped and awkward positions.
• Must be able to lay on your back to get under equipment to work on it for long periods of time (> 30 min).
• Must be able to use hands to manipulate and work with a variety of hand tools and machinery.

Required Education/Experience:

• High-school diploma or GED/Equivalent
• Formal training in 24v DC to 480v 3-Phase electrical installation, troubleshooting and repair
• PLC/DCS, instrumentation and controls experience a plus
• Pipe-fitting, millwright and rough carpentry experience a plus
• 5-10 years electrical repair work experience required

Skills/Experience Required:

• Safety awareness and responsibility
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work alone or in team environment

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, boots, etc.)