Employment Opportunities

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 $22.25/hr with the potential to earn up to another $2.25/hr within 18 months ($0.75/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 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.)