Scope of the Position

Operators at our Fort McMurray, Ammonium Sulphate production plant perform general plant duties including operation of pumps, piping, valves and rotating equipment such as screw conveyors & bucket elevators. Successful candidate will also load trucks through the use of a loader and operate a skid steer for general clean-up. Operators also maintain general plant upkeep and equipment.

Rate: $47.00/hr

Shift: 7 Days, 7 off, 7 Nights, 7 off.

What You Need To Be Successful

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Relevant experience in a plant environment performing similar duties is preferred.
• Ability to use computer effectively, Microsoft programs, maintenance management system, e-mail, etc. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, manufacturer’s literature, diagrams or schematics.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Shift Coordinator by analyzing, interpreting, and summarizing operating data & equipment conditions.
• Troubleshoot and correct plant problems, follow standard operating procedures. Assist in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Assist Shift Coordinator with plant shutdowns and start-up’s while following written Operating Procedures when directed by Shift Coordinator
• Thoroughly understand the Plant by walking down equipment with Shift Coordinator with plant P&ID’s Maintain a clean and safe working environment by use of good housekeeping practices.
• Assist Shift Coordinator in reviewing, up-dating, and developing operating procedures and instructions as needed.
• Maintains and operates equipment, in a safe, reliable manner.
• Equipment includes: Pumps, Valves, Hydro-cyclones, Rotary Dryers, Rotary Coolers, Screw Conveyors, Bucket Elevators, Belt Conveyors, Granulators, Hammer-mills, Shaker Screeners, Conditioners, Centrifuges, Air compressors and granulators
• Learns and observes equipment to detect malfunctions and prepares for repairs, Operator trouble shooting activity such as tightening bolts, Cleaning Equipment, removing covers for inspections, Topping up oil levels, replacing shaker screens, and assists maintenance.
• Discusses with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Creates work orders to correct equipment malfunctions Follow Loading and Sampling Procedures when loading trucks.
• Maintains and prepares documentation, such as equipment inspection checklists – FLHA – LOTO documentation – PPE inspections – Trucking bill of Lading.

Reports to: Operations Superintendent

CHEMTRADE is a publically traded (TSX: CHE.UN) chemical manufacturing and handling company headquartered in Toronto, Canada with 65+ locations across North America and Brazil. Chemtrade provides industrial chemicals and services to our customers in three main business segments; Sulphur & Performance Chemicals, Water Solutions and Electrochemicals. Chemtrade is a reliable industry partner to the Oil & Gas, Pulp & Paper, Water Treatment, Food & Beverage and Pharmaceutical industries and is committed to the codes and ethics of Responsible Care 14001.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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