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In this role, the Operator controls equipment systems that process chemical substances into specified products and monitors the production process to ensure safety of personnel & efficiency of systems and equipment.\nWe are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, looks for better ways to do things, brings problems forward, and is motivated to grow their capabilities over time within our operations team. Your responsibilities and opportunities will grow as you demonstrate capability - we expand decision rights, or authorities, for people who take ownership, build skills, apply what they learn, and contribute to the team’s success.\nThis role is not just about completing assigned tasks or earning certifications. Certifications and pay progression are tied to the results you deliver through demonstrated capability in the role. We recognize and invest in people who apply what they learn, take on more responsibility, and help the team improve.\nThe assigned work is outdoors in all types of weather conditions. The operator works 12-hour shifts on a 4-5-5 rotation alternating between 4-5 days or nights on, followed by 4-5 days off. This role will occasionally need to respond to callouts and work overtime as needed.\nOur Team\nOur team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and a strong safety culture. You will work closely with other operators, maintenance personnel, and engineers to ensure the smooth operation of our facility.\nWhat You Will Do\nProcess Monitoring & Control: Monitor and control plant units to ensure optimal performance. Safely startup, operate, and shutdown equipment, subsystems, and the entire unit when necessary.\nCoordination & Communication: Coordinate and collaborate with Maintenance, Lab, and other service departments for smooth running of the plant. Communicate any abnormalities or process deviations to control room/supervisors immediately.\nSafety and Environmental Commitment: Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental policies, ensuring safe and efficient work practices.\nDocumentation & Improvement: Assist the Operations team by periodically reviewing and suggesting updates to operational manuals, SOP’s and SOCL for accuracy. Make changes to the operating process as necessary to ensure safety, plant stability and maintain product quality.\nLearning & Development: Commit to continuous learning and improvement through gaining comprehensive knowledge of all process unit areas and board operations.\nWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)\nWillingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.\nWilling and Able to meet all physical requirements:\nAbility to walk 20,000 steps or more daily on concrete, gravel, and metal grated floors.\nAbility to work outdoors in all weather conditions.\nClimbing ladders and stairs to heights in excess of 100 feet.\nLadder cages are tight spaces with minimal width, must be able to confidently climb ladders with little room to maneuver.\nRapidly climbing over 200 stairs when required.\nTurning gate and ball valves requiring 50 or more pounds of force up to 10 minutes continuously for gate valves. \nTurn numerous ball valves at rapid pace at knee level and above head height.\nWork in extreme temperatures in personal protective equipment (PPE) frequently.\nBending, reaching, and working crossbody with tools frequently.\nLifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.\nWearing a respirator when/where required to perform inspections/job duties.\nEntering in and working in confined spaces.\nWear a self-contained breathing apparatus and possible level A chemical suit as required.\nWhat Will Put You Ahead\nMechanical aptitude and troubleshooting experience\nExperience working in a team-based, safety-critical environment\nAbility to operate automated operating systems.\nAbility to operate mobile equipment (forklift, telehandler, etc.).\nKnowledge in local, state, and federal environmental regulations.\nFertilizer experience.\nThis position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.\nAt Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.\nHiring Philosophy\nAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.\nWho We Are\nAs a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.\nAt Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.\n\nOur Benefits\nOur goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.\nAdditionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.\n\nEqual Opportunities\nEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. 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