Operations Technician

Your Job

Flint Hills Resources is looking for a Plant Operator to join our team at our Asphalt plant in Algona, IA. As an Plant Operator you will work as part of a team to ensure the overall operation of the terminal including basic functions such as receipt and shipment of raw materials and asphalt products, manufacturing of asphalt products, lab testing, inspection and record keeping requirements, computer-oriented tasks, and the maintenance of the equipment in the facility. You will coordinate with schedulers for the successful delivery and receipt of asphalt products by truck and production of finished products to meet customer demands.

Our Benefits Package Includes:

• Bonus eligible
• Pay based on skills and experience
• 9/80 schedule for work-life balance (every other Friday off)
• Immediate Vacation Available - 120 hours annual allotment
• Medical/Dental/Vision plus 401k matching and additional 401k vesting plan
• Company provided tools, uniforms, and all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

What You Will Do

• Use the data management system to input computer data and manage assigned duties
• Support the team as you manage small projects
• Product production and transfers
• Equipment maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting
• Testing of system safety devices
• Periodic inspections of tanks, valves, or piping, and other product quality control or technically oriented tasks related to an asphalt facility
• You will need a valid driver's license

• Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, handle, bend, twist, climb and balance.
• Willing and able to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (for example: hard hat, safety glasses, fire retardant clothing, respirator, safety work boots, etc. as required)
• Willingness to adhere to facial hair policy
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with frequent carrying of up to 25 pounds)
• Is able to respond to audio alarms, or other loud noises that would indicate a safety concern
• Able to communicate hazardous conditions and other dangers
• Willing and able to work near moving mechanical parts, work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and outdoor weather conditions, work in high, precarious places and work around fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals with a respirator

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Ability to meet all physical requirements
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Willing and able to respond within an approximate 45-minute drive of the terminal in Algona, IA

What Will Put You Ahead

• Two (2) years or more of operations/maintenance experience in a storage terminal
• A two-year technical or mechanical degree
• Experience in a bulk storage terminal and/or pipeline operation
• Mechanical, electrical, or process work experience

This role is subject to a pre-hire medical test.

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

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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 company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline -delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

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, aqui, or tu).