Control Room Operator

Carbo Ceramics, LLC; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage

401K + Company Match

Life Insurance + LTD – 100% Company P

HSA

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Check Program - Insurance  P

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Referral Program

Shift Differential

Job summary

Carbo Ceramics, LLC is seeking a Control Room Operator to monitor resin coating and infusion processes from the control room. You will manage batch equipment, log variables, and ensure product quality to meet specifications.

The role requires operating multiple process lines, performing packaging tasks, and maintaining production records while adhering to safety standards and company values.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts including nights & weekends.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with general labor work is required.
• Previous production operator experience and ability to analyze data for cause and effect.
• Experience operating process equipment from an HMI or control room environment preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Recent or previous warehousing and/or QC lab experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write; ability to comprehend oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate the batch mixer using the HMI in the control room and observe the mixing process to ensure ingredients are properly introduced and mixed.
• Operate and monitor batch heater, cooler, screening equipment, RTO, and other resin coating equipment via the control room HMI.
• Log and monitor process variables; make adjustments to meet specifications.
• Maintain accurate production records and monitor inventory levels.
• Ensure proper substrate and chemical feed levels for continuous operation; coordinate with Utility Operator as needed.
• Perform grading and packaging of finished products; bagging as required.
• Discard and record scrap produced during the process.
• Clean the mixer and assist with mixer cleanouts; perform related maintenance tasks.

Skills

General labor

Data analysis

HMI operation

Reading & writing

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HMI/SCADA

Process equipment handling

Job description

Company Information: Carbo is a leading technology and service company offering innovative solutions across various industries. We develop technologies that enhance oil and gas production from previously uneconomical reserves.

Shift Information: Swing/rotating shifts may be assigned to days or nights on rotation.

Position Summary: The Control Room Operator will operate and monitor the resin coating and infusion process from the control room, including the batch heater, mixers, cooler, screening equipment, RTO (regenerative thermal oxidizer), forklift, and related equipment. This role performs grading and packaging functions involved in the processing and production of finished products and will also perform related maintenance tasks, including operating maintenance at a minimum. Conducts all work in accordance with the CARBO Mission Statement and Core Values.

• Operate the batch mixer using the HMI in the control room and visually observe the mixing process to ensure all ingredients have been introduced to the batch and mixed properly.
• Operate and monitor the batch heater, cooler, screening equipment, RTO, and other resin coating process equipment using the control room HMI.
• Monitor and log process variables for the entire process and make adjustments as needed to produce quality product within specification.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records. Monitor and record process inventory levels.
• Ensure proper substrate levels and chemical feed levels are maintained for continuous operation of the plant, coordinating with the Utility Operator as needed.
• Perform grading and packaging functions for finished products, including bagging material when required.
• Discard and record scrap produced during the process.
• Clean (chip) the mixer as required and assist with mixer cleanouts.
• Perform related maintenance tasks, including operating maintenance at a minimum.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the control room and process area.
• Perform other related duties and/or special projects as required.

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts including nights & weekends if the need arises.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with general labor work is required.
• Previous production operator experience and ability to analyze data for cause and effect.
• Experience operating process equipment from an HMI or control room environment preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Recent or previous experience warehousing and/or QC lab experience preferred.
• Ability to read and write; ability to comprehend oral and written instructions.

Working Conditions

• Bending, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, sitting stand, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, pull, push, climb, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and see and standing (occasionally) for long periods of time.
• The essential duties of this position require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying.
• Prolonged periods of sitting on a forklift or other warehouse equipment.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels, vibrations, and bright lights; exposure to dust, fumes, gases, and resins/chemicals; and all climate types including hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, snow, etc.
• Able to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, breathing protection, and hard hats when needed.
• Able to work under stressful conditions at times.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
• Must be able to lift 50-pound bags and move and lift a 40-pound wooden skid or pallet.
• Ability to travel throughout facility as required to conduct safety inspections.
• Must be able to work at elevated heights and in confined or cramped spaces when required.
• This is a safety sensitive position that requires the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to complete tasks even with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to use discretion and independent judgment as needed.
• Must be able to speak clearly on the phone and to fellow workers.
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
• 401K + Company Match
• Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage – 100% Company Paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Check Program - Insurance Premium Discounts
• EAP Resources
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Referral Program
• Shift Differential

This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and the employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and are subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the description of this position and have had the opportunity to ask my supervisor about any points I did not understand. I hereby state that I can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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