Boiler Operator

Richardson International Limited; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson Oilseed Products US, a division of Richardson International, in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Boiler Operator to monitor and operate refinery and processing equipment, ensuring safety and reliable plant performance.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in maintenance/manufacturing, a Memphis/Shelby County First Class Steam Licence, strong reading/writing skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. SAP experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Flexible work schedule and overtime when needed.
• Must be able to work in a warm to hot environment.
• 3-5 years maintenance/manufacturing experience or equivalent training.
• Knowledge of water tube boilers, air compressors, demineralizers.
• Memphis/Shelby County First Class Steam Licence required.
• Industrial plant environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with safety policies and procedures.
• Operate and monitor refinery and related processing equipment.
• Take readings, log data, and report to EHS.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to maintain process parameters.
• Complete all logs and paperwork accurately.

Skills

Communication

Follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Richardson Oilseed Products US, a division of Richardson International operates a state-of-the-art oil packaging facility in Memphis, TN where it refines and packages one of the United States’ most recognized brands of canola and vegetable cooking oils, Wesson Oil. Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and training and career development opportunities. Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility.

We currently have an opportunity for a Boiler Operator at our Memphis, TN facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rules
• Participate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times: Always using the required personal protective equipment
• Ensuring that authorized work is completed safely
• Utilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazards
• Participating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiatives
• Reporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedure
• Record City of Memphis and plant well water, gas and electric readings at the plant and provide to EHS department on a daily basis
• Complete water sample for the round and square pool each shift
• Monitor reading on the compressor and boiler
• Maintain and monitor brine tank
• Preventative maintenance on equipment such as blowing down the boiler each shift
• Operate and monitor all refinery and related processing equipment and control systems
• Perform physical checks and troubleshoot equipment and systems to identify and correct issues
• Ensure each process is operated within the given range of parameters
• Complete all logs and related paperwork in a timely, accurate and professional manner
• Sample at given intervals and perform related actions
• Assist in basic preventative maintenance procedures of equipment and basic general housekeeping standards
• Regular preventative maintenance as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a current Memphis and Shelby County First Class Steam Licence
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and overtime when needed
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively
• Understand instruction and follow direction
• Work in a primarily in a warm to hot environment
• 3-5 years previous maintenance manufacturing experience or combination of technical school and experience to equate same
• Knowledgeable and previous troubleshooting and repair experience with water tube boilers, air compressors, compressed air dryers and demineralizers
• Must be able to work in an industrial plant environment, good communication skills (both written and oral) are essential
• SAP experience is considered an asset
• High School diploma or GED required

Richardson International is a global agriculture and food processing leader, with deep-rooted grower relationships spanning over 165 years. Our journey has seen our business expand and innovate, allowing us to supply quality food products and ingredients to markets near and far. We are always improving our facilities, processes, and products to continue to deliver on our commitment to excellence. Across borders, our network collaborates to fuel our ongoing growth. Join our growing team and set a strong foundation for a career full of exciting possibilities.

Richardson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.