Operator-US

CF Industries

Frankfort (IN)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Life and disability insurance

Time off to volunteer

Job summary

CF Industries in Frankfort, Indiana is seeking an Operator to manage product loading/unloading, maintain equipment, and adhere to safety protocols. This role may require shift work, including evenings and weekends, and involves responsibilities related to hazardous materials.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, as well as refrigeration knowledge and strong communication skills. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent with additional technical training preferred.
Ability to understand and follow operating procedures required.
HAZMAT certification expected after employment.

Responsibilities

Load and unload products as per operating procedures.
Maintain equipment and facilities in accordance with safety standards.
Respond to emergency situations in compliance with safety programs.

Skills

Refrigeration knowledge

Good communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to follow procedures

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

2 years college or Military/technical training

Job description

Job Summary

The purpose of the Operator position is to carry out the processes of loading and unloading product, storing product, and maintaining the grounds, buildings and equipment used during operations. This position, along with others at the site, will be expected to work flexible shifts to support the business cycle of our customers, which may occasionally include evenings and weekends as required. Shift work is required for this role.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform product loading and unloading functions and associated duties, in accordance with established operating procedures.
Maintain operating equipment, buildings and grounds in accordance with operating procedures, including inspecting equipment, performing mechanical maintenance, advising personnel of unsafe conditions, and cleaning and ordering supplies.
Understand and apply principles of refrigeration systems, test and record sample results, and monitor and record gauge readings as appropriate.
Maintain and update appropriate manuals and records/paperwork accurately.
Comply with all training, environmental, health and safety programs of the Company/industry.
Assist with training and development of other operators as appropriate.
Interact and/or coordinate with Emergency Response Personnel regarding environmental, health and safety situations.
Perform hazardous material response/remediation duties should a hazardous material spill occur.
Progress through and maintain skills acquired in the Operator Progression Program.
Perform other duties requested by facility management necessary for proper operation of the facility (e.g., recordkeeping, development and implementation of procedures).
Perform maintenance duties or provide assistance to emergency situations at other Company locations as directed by Company management personnel.
Participate in the development and implementation of capital and maintenance projects.
Assume management responsibilities of the facility when the facility manager is absent.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent; plus equivalent of 2 years college, Military/technical training, or related work experience.
Ability to understand and follow operating procedures.
Refrigeration knowledge commensurate with the position level.
Good communication skills.
HAZMAT certified (post‑employment requirement).
Ability and initiative to exercise independent or team‑oriented action.
Basic computer skills and ability to perform data entry and information retrieval.
Read, write, communicate, and comprehend the English language.

Position Scope/Contribution

Travel may be required to work at different facility locations for limited periods of time.

Working Conditions

Works in a variety of environmental conditions (extreme cold/heat, humidity, wind, rain, snow, ice, etc.). Works with hazardous chemicals. Incumbents are “on‑call” (24 hours per day) for pre‑designated time periods. While “on‑call”, incumbents must be located within reasonable proximity of the facility (approximately 30–45 minutes driving time). Maneuvers over uneven and/or slippery surfaces. Regularly assumes physically awkward and stressful positions. Occasionally required to climb to and maneuver at heights of approximately 80–100ft. Works at computer terminals and monitors facility processes during product loading. Applicant must have the ability to work in a continuous operating environment. Shift work is required. 12‑hour rotating shifts (6am to 6pm; 6pm to 6am). Work may be necessary on nights, holidays, and weekends with little or no advanced notice on occasion.

Emergency Response Personnel Requirements

Ammonia terminal operators are required to function as emergency responders in the event of a hazardous material (anhydrous ammonia) spill. There are two basic roles which operators could be expected to perform: Hazardous Material Technician and Incident Commander (under 29CFR1910.120(q)).

Hazardous Material Technician – Physical Requirements

Wear LevelA protective suits and self‑contained breathing apparatus to perform offensive measures to patch, plug or stop a leak of anhydrous ammonia.
Time spent in the LevelA suit is generally limited to 15–20 minutes.
Deploy approximately 200ft of fire hose at critical downwind locations.
Use tools (e.g., wrenches, hammers, wedges) to plug piping leaks.
Remove victims to a safe location for treatment of medical personnel (including confined space removal/retrieval).
Perform diking or ditching measures using sandbags and shovels to contain water flows on site.
Climb stairs to the top of an ammonia tank (approximately 90feet high) carrying 50lb of equipment while ascending the stairs.
Install valves in an ammonia piping system.
Haul emergency response equipment (e.g., LevelA suits, Biopaks, rubber boots) to designated incident command locations.
Assist local fire department and authorities, as needed.
Operate mobile and heavy equipment (front‑end loader, pickup truck) to contain spills.

Incident Commander – Roles and Physical Requirements

The role of Incident Commander involves guiding and directing emergency response efforts from an upwind location.
The Incident Commander typically functions in LevelD protective gear (normal work clothes).
Physical activities are restricted to surveillance of the response area and assisting the Hazardous Material Technicians in their protective gear.

What We Offer

You’ll enjoy competitive compensation, consisting of base pay plus an incentive program available to all full‑time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including high‑quality healthcare options, a well‑being incentive program, 401(k), life and disability insurance, generous time off (with time off to volunteer) and much more! Additionally, we offer several Flexible Work Arrangements to support a healthy work‑life balance.

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