Plant Operations Technician: Safely Optimize Production

Columbia River Nitrogen LLC; Deer Island (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia River Nitrogen LLC is seeking a Plant Operator to oversee daily operation of a plant unit, ensuring safe, efficient production of quality products. The role requires maintaining a clean, safe work area and readiness for firefighting and first aid.

You will read and record operating data and support process improvements, with rotations and training of staff. The position emphasizes monitoring, control of operations for ROI and safety, and collaboration with team members to coordinate

Qualifications

• Two years' process operating experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily operation of assigned plant unit, monitoring and controlling the process for safe, efficient production of quality products.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area with zero discharge to environment; maintain firefighting and first aid skills.
• Control plant operations for maximum return on investment, product quality and safety.
• Suggest process improvements to maximize productivity, efficiency and environmentally enhance plant operation.
• Teach and instruct other Technicians during rotations and training of new Technicians.
• Lubricate, adjust and maintain assigned equipment.
• Recognize abnormal operation and take corrective action; obtain assistance as needed.
• Read, write and record operating data and maintenance data.

Skills

Process operating experience

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Columbia River Nitrogen LLC is seeking a Plant Operator to oversee daily operation of a plant unit, ensuring safe, efficient production of quality products. The role requires maintaining a clean, safe work area and readiness for firefighting and first aid.

You will read and record operating data and support process improvements, with rotations and training of staff. The position emphasizes monitoring, control of operations for ROI and safety, and collaboration with team members to coordinate