Power House Operator

AAK AB; Kentucky; On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can make a difference as a Refinery Operator. This role is vital for keeping our plant running smoothly, ensuring safety and environmental compliance while operating key systems. You will be part of a team dedicated to providing high-quality plant-based oils that enhance various products. With a focus on career development and comprehensive benefits, this position offers a chance to grow in an industry leader committed to sustainability and innovation. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

Career Development

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) Matching

Employee Assistance

Discounts

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with aptitude for machines and industrial processes.
• Ability to operate forklifts and understand pressure vessels.

Responsibilities

• Manage boilers, hydrogen plant, and cooling systems.
• Identify high-risk issues and support safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Recordkeeping

Temperature Monitoring

Safety Compliance

Industrial Processes

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark, we’ve grown into the world’s leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people all across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it’s not just food — we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen.

Location: Louisville, KY

About the role

The Refinery Operator P I is responsible for keeping the K2 plant running. This includes gathering daily readings from all departments, ensuring equipment operates correctly, and operating key systems such as the main steam boiler, water softeners, heat exchangers, deaerator, economizer, pumps, and the hydrogen gas plant.

Responsibilities

The role supports our mission to be the preferred supplier of fats & oils, providing high-quality products and excellent customer service. Key responsibilities include:

• Safety & Environmental Performance: identifying high-risk issues, supporting safety compliance, reporting incidents, and ensuring environmental safety.
• Work Requirements: managing boilers, hydrogen plant, cooling systems, water treatment, monitoring gas and water usage, performing rounds for safety, and maintaining cleanliness.
• Cost Control: participating in process improvements, minimizing waste, and ensuring work meets specifications.

About you

Qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED, with aptitude for machines and industrial processes.
• Physical ability to climb, bend, lift 50 lbs, and stand/walk for long periods.
• Basic recordkeeping, temperature monitoring, and understanding of chemistry is desirable.
• Ability to operate forklifts, understand pressure vessels, and have mechanical skills.

What we offer

We provide career development, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) matching, insurance, employee assistance, discounts, and recognition programs.

About AAK

We specialize in plant-based oils that enhance the taste, health, and sustainability of many products. With over 150 years of experience, 4,000 employees, and operations worldwide, we are committed to Making Better Happen.

We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment and activities.