Makeup Operator

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The Phosphate Make-up Operator is responsible for operating two continuous reactors, tapping off and correcting liquor batches, pumping corrected liquors to filters, filtering liquors and supplying liquor to two rotary dryers and three SHMP plants. Also responsible for operating and cleaning the liquor filters and drum filters. The Make-up operator unloads soda ash hopper cars, samples, analyzes, and adjusts ratios and specific gravity of each batch of liquor made.

As needed, the operator reprocesses sodium recycle liquor from other phosphate production areas and unloads tank cars and tank wagons of caustic soda.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for this position. Please note that, at this time, we are only considering applications from local candidates. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to Lawrence, KS to be eligible for consideration. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to reviewing applications from talented individuals in our local area.

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Support ESH Compliance:

• Follow all plant safety procedures and requirements for all raw materials for liquor products
• Follow all applicable ICL safety requirements
• Follow plant emergency procedures
• All Make-up operators are members of the plant emergency brigade
• Complete all required training
• Must successfully complete RCRA introductory/orientation training
• Must successfully complete RCRA annual refresher training
• Perform job safely, in an environmentally sound manner and in accordance with all cGMP requirements

Job Responsibilities:

• Unloads tank cars and tank wagons of caustic soda
• Operate two continuous reactors to make phosphate liquor
• Taps off liquor batches in receiving tanks, samples, corrects and analyzes
• Operate drum filter system for handling waste from filters
• Operate dry rework pneumatic conveying system from T-1301 to T-252 to produce SHMP liquor batches
• Responsible for quality, quantity and timeliness of liquor production to support production plan
• Keep records of all batches made
• Controls liquor tank inventory level
• Corrects liquor and pumps to the three SHMP plants
• Reprocesses sodium recycle liquor from phosphate areas
• Ensure that production and housekeeping in assigned areas meets cGMP standards
• Ensure compliance with food safety system requirements
• Comply with the requirements of the ICL Lawrence Quality System
• Complete daily housekeeping and sanitation requirements
• Generate maintenance work notifications in SAP for needed repairs
• Computer entry into SAP and database
• Comply with plant HACCP Program
• Transfers product to hopper truck loading bins and trucks
• Unloads hopper cars for use in SAPP and Central Packaging
• Perform tasks as assigned by BUL

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Must be able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision, rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Must successfully complete new employee orientation and all job specific training
• Must be a trained and certified fork truck operator
• Ability to safely exit the plant in the event of an emergency
• Have the physical ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. further than 10 feet on a frequent basis

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): At ICL, maintaining a safe and healthy workplace is a top priority. Employees are required to wear appropriate PPE based on the task and environment. This may include safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face masks, and, when necessary, full hazmat suits with respirators. Adherence to PPE protocols ensures the safety and well-being of all team members.

ICL will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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