Production Operator

Overview

With 30 years of experience, Charah Solutions, Inc. is a leading provider of environmental and maintenance services to the power generation industry, with operations in coal-fired and nuclear power generation sites across the country. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Charah Solutions assists utilities with all aspects of managing and recycling ash byproducts generated from the combustion of coal in the production of electricity as well as routine power plant maintenance and outage services for coal and nuclear energy providers. The company also designs and implements solutions for ash pond management and closure, landfill construction, fly ash and slag sales, and structural fill projects.

We pride ourselves on making things happen. Our positions require passionate individuals who demonstrate initiative, take ownership, and exhibit a high level of personal leadership, conviction and spirit of innovation.

Charah Solutions offers: Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Company Contribution After 1 Year, Paid Time Off, Incredible Safety Record, and Well-Maintained Equipment.

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the slag and bauxite grinding facility. This will include heavy equipment usage, production line operation, quality control procedures and finish product truck loadout.

Responsibilities

· Operate loader and forklift

· Perform quality control testing on samples

· Understand and operate truck loading systems

· Set-up and adjust equipment

· Monitor equipment and systems to ensure quality, efficiency and safety

· Perform basic maintenance of equipment

· Diagnose problems and determine solutions that are within skillset

· Learn, follow, and promote all safety regulations

· Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· Valid driver’s license required

· High School diploma or equivalent is preferred

· Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a manufacturing/production or construction environment preferred

· Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance preferred

Work Environment & Conditions

· This position requires a flexible work schedule: nights, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime

· Must be able to climb, maintain body equilibrium, reach, grasp, bend and walk/stand/sit for extended periods of time

· Must be able to hear and see naturally or with correction

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

· Be subject to loud noises

· Be subject to atmospheric conditions - one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odor, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

· This position requires working in the internal and external environment

· Ability to work independently and as a team

· Must be accurate, efficient, and organized

· Ability to work under pressure with time constraints in a changing environment