Filter/Press Floor Operator

ASR Group; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Vacation time after probation

Job summary

The ASR Group's Chalmette facility is seeking a dedicated Filter/Press Floor Operator to run sweetland presses, carbonation and filtration equipment on a busy production line. You will start and stop equipment, adjust valves and ensure proper flow, temperature and density of process material.

You'll monitor processes, take samples to the laboratory, record data, and follow safety and sanitation standards. Weekend shifts and overtime may be required, with a starting hourly rate of $30.88 and paid

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of prior experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting preferred.
• Completion of Process Technician (PTECH) program/degree strongly preferred.
• Ability to take brix samples, reach instruments, turn valves, and adjust switches.
• Must have the physical ability to lift up to 50lbs and work in hot, humid, and dusty environments.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Starts and stops equipment; opens, closes, or positions valves; opens and cleans presses and strainers when necessary; makes all other adjustments necessary to direct process material to proper tanks or presses.
• Observes by visual inspection to be certain only clear effluents are directed to clear gutters.
• Controls temperature, flow and density of process material.
• Adjusts equipment to best operating condition in accordance with instructions from Foreman.
• Positions and changes filter leaves.
• Observes operation of presses to determine when malfunctioning and switches flow wherever possible.
• Observes level either directly or by indicator to ensure proper tank level.
• Prepares and adds refining agents as specified.
• Takes samples and carries to Laboratory as directed.
• Records process data as instructed and reports to Foreman if outside specified tolerance.
• Performs all jobs in accordance with established safety practices and sanitation standards.

Skills

Industrial experience

Effective communication

Education

Process Technician (PTECH) program/degree

Job description

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Filter/Press floor Operator operates sweetland presses, Carbonation, blow-ups, and other filtration equipment.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Starts and stops equipment; opens, closes, or positions valves; opens and cleans presses and strainers when necessary; makes all other adjustments necessary to direct process material to proper tanks or presses.
• Observes by visual inspection to be certain only clear effluents are directed to clear gutters.
• Controls temperature, flow and density of process material.
• Adjusts equipment to best operating condition in accordance with instructions from Foreman.
• Positions and changes filter leaves.
• Observes operation of presses to determine when malfunctioning and switches flow wherever possible.
• Observes level either directly or by indicator to ensure proper tank level.
• Prepares and adds refining agents as specified.
• Takes samples and carries to Laboratory as directed.
• Records process data as instructed and reports to Foreman if outside specified tolerance.
• Performs all jobs in accordance with established safety practices and sanitation standards.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• 1-2 years of prior experience working/training in an industrial/manufacturing setting preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of Process Technician (PTECH) program/degree is strongly preferred
• Effective communication with others is required
• Must have the ability to take brix samples, reach instruments, turn valves, and adjust switches
• Must have the physical ability to lift up to 50lbs. effectively if needed; Must have ability to stand, bend, climb, reach, lift, and walk through work area
• The ability to work in a hot, humid, and dusty environment is necessary
• This position requires the flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime, as needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.

HOURLY RATE

• Starting Rate: $30.88.
• Paid sick and vacation time after 90 day probation period.

LOCATION OF ROLE

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.