Alum Operator

To control, optimize, and produce the quality of USALCO plant performance and product through process control in relationship to the Alum processes. The assignment also requires that all federal and state regulations be followed during the work being performed in the facility. This position reports to the Production Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: I

Include the following. Other duties or special projects may be assigned .The following is a representative, but not an all-inclusive list of activities performed by the Alum Operator.

1. Follow all USALCO HS&E policies.
2. Responsible for all processes involved with production unit.
3. Monitors raw material and finished product inventories and reports to management as necessary.
4. Charges required amounts of raw materials as required by batch sheets.
5. Follows batch sheets and records process data as required to make specification products.
6. Collects sample of finished goods after completion for lab analysis.
7. Conducts chemical analysis to monitor production status.
8. Follow procedures to adjust the batch before pumping out to finished tank.
9. Operates Filtration system and transfers product between tanks.
10. Maintains levels of storage tanks at safe levels, particularly during filter operation and reactor pump out.
11. Communicates batch/filtration status to on-coming shift.
12. Facilitates the upkeep, organization, and maintenance of process equipment.
13. Provides housekeeping around Alum Production/filtration area as well as other areas of plant.
14. Responsible for filtration of finished Alum product to final tanks.
15. Responsible for the initiation and documentation of all technical information which may directly or indirectly relate to Alum. Included are the batch sheets, raw material information, tank levels, final adjustment of specific gravity, and the results of product analysis.
16. Responsible for transfer of alum throughout alum production and storage systems.
17. Responsible for using proper safety equipment, making sure all safety equipment is in working order and, if not, promptly reporting any deficiencies to the production supervisor for immediate attention. Being in proper dress attire and always conducting themselves in a safe and proper manner at all times.
18. Responsible for the startup and completion of any special duties or tasks that may arise during the operation as required by the Production manager or Plant Manager.
19. Assist in plant wide cleanup efforts as needed.

Broad job knowledge is required to perform somewhat complex duties in an environment that is mostly hot and dusty. Considerable physical activity including moving about stairways and platforms, lifting aluminum ingots, working in difficult, tight, and uncomfortable places, sweeping, shoveling and some heavy lifting may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

QUALIFICATIONS: The assignment requires background in plant operations and a broad knowledge of all equipment and processes associated with producing Alum. Knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations is required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: See Qualifications above.

1. Move and operate hoses and piping (hoses less than 50 pounds)
2. Bend and stoop to move and operate pumps and other equipment.
3. Lifting and loading aluminum into the reactors (ingots weigh up to 50 pounds)
4. Walking on hard concrete surface and gravel roadways
5. Use of stairs is required frequently to access production areas.
6. Some periods of driving forklift as needed to move aluminum
7. Use of impact wrench
8. Opening and closing of water, steam and raw material lines and general valve operation.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: All USALCO personnel are required to participate in all Corporate Safety Training Programs and any site-specific safety training and policies.

USALCO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, USALCO does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.