Operations Technician / Plant Operator

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Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Operations Technician for our Brookhaven, Mississippi facility which produces Liquid CO2.

You will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the equipment at the facility. The basic function of this role is to provide necessary technical and hands on support to continuously improve plant operation, maintenance, mechanical equipment integrity, reliability, costs, and on-stream factor.

Participation in the Basic Safety Process as a key member of the Site Safety committee and sharing responsibility for the site’s overall safety performance. Controlling and monitoring the process to produce Liquid CO2 for shipment to the customers. Providing hands on support or assisting in plant equipment mechanical repairs, instrument calibrations and electrical troubleshooting as required. Investigating equipment failures, determining root causes of failures, and recommending appropriate solutions to reduce reoccurrence of/or eliminating causes of failures. Working with the source supplier to assure plant on-stream and reliability. Oversee trailer loading operations and train loading personnel. Following Operating procedures and Global Safety Standards.

Required Skills / Abilities

Strong mechanical aptitude required; 1 to 3 years of mechanical and/or HVAC experience desired. Must be willing to take 24 hour on-call responsibilities. Must be a self-starter and willing to work alone. Strong oral and written communications skills. Team player that is flexible and has a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to climb ladders and steps and lift up to 50 lbs. Will be exposed to a high noise environment. Be able to meet call-in requirements as needed. Elevated work required.

Education And Licensing Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required. Two years of operations experience in an industrial plant is a plus. Two-year Associate degree in a technical field a plus, but not required. Military experience is a plus.

Benefits

Paid holidays and vacation. 401 (k) plans with generous company match. Paid training and company provided tools & PPE. Very affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plants. Company paid life insurance. 100% vested in your retirement benefits from day 1.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment. 

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