What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loading & Storage Operator position at Koch?
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Koch Fertilizer Enid, LLC is the largest Nitrogen Fertilizer Plant within Koch, and one of the largest in all North America. We are seeking a Loading & Storage Operator Technician to join our Loading and Storage team in Enid, Oklahoma. Success in this role offers the opportunity for career advancement within all of Koch.
As a Loading and Storage Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient operations of the Koch Fertilizer Enid Loading and Storage assets as well as superior customer service. Our Operator Technicians are part of a strong and collaborative team that work together to operate the loading equipment and troubleshoot and repair any issues that may arise.
Our Benefits Package Includes:
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
Koch Fertilizer Enid, LLC is the largest Nitrogen Fertilizer Plant within Koch, and one of the largest in all North America. We are seeking a Loading & Storage Operator Technician to join our Loading and Storage team in Enid, Oklahoma. Success in this role offers the opportunity for career advancement within all of Koch.
As a Loading and Storage Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient operations of the Koch Fertilizer Enid Loading and Storage assets as well as superior customer service. Our Operator Technicians are part of a strong and collaborative team that work together to operate the loading equipment and troubleshoot and repair any issues that may arise.
Our Benefits Package Includes:
- Bonus eligibility
- Automatic 401K company contribution with a competitive match program
- Excellent Health benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- This position works a rotating 12-hour shift (5:45-6:00) and will occasionally need to respond to callouts and work overtime as needed**
- Operate control systems in the Loading & Storage areas of the facility
- Monitor plant parameters and identify opportunities for correction and/or improvement
- Gather samples and perform product tests to ensure quality
- Initiate daily inspections via automated forms in Go Canvas and walk down of critical equipment
- Perform minor maintenance on equipment
- Perform other tasks associated with safe production, storage, and transfer of the fertilizer products
- Collaborate as an effective team member to identify opportunities for improvement and success
- Leverage technology and systems to gather and interpret critical data points to the daily operation of the Enid facility
- Interact with trucking customers and the railroad for efficiency of loading resources
- Build skills with the maintenance team where business needs and employee interests align
- Problem-solve and communicate effectively across multiple levels of the organization: coworkers, management, support groups, etc.
- Experience working in a team environment
- Willing and able to use technology to gather and interpret data and information relative to manufacturing systems
- Able to work a rotating 12-hour shift (including nights, weekends and holidays) and occasionally respond to callouts and work overtime
- Ability to lift/carry up to 40 lbs
- Ability to pull/push up to 100 lbs
- Ability to climb a ladder and stairs up to 100 feet
- Ability to be medically approved to participate in the respiratory protection and HAZWOPER programs
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas
- Ability to work in various weather conditions
- Mechanical, welding, or electrical maintenance experience
- Experience using technology to gather and interpret data and information relative to manufacturing systems
- Ability to operate heavy equipment (i.e. front-end loaders, etc.)
- Previous work experience in a process or manufacturing plant
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).