Operations Technician

Plant Operator

Flint Hills Resources is looking for a Plant Operator to join our team at our Asphalt plant in Savage, MN. As a 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!
• Automatic 401K company contribution and competitive match program
• Excellent Health benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement

This role also offers a flexible 9/80 work schedule, meaning there is the potential for every other Friday off, depending on workload.

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 Requirements:

Ability to be medically approved to participate in the respiratory protection and HAZWOPER programs

Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, handle, bend, twist, climb and balance

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

Must be 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

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications):

Experience working with computers

Ability to meet all physical requirements

Must have a valid driver's license

What Will Put You Ahead:

Two (2) years or more 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

For this role, we anticipate paying $25 - $30 per hour. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

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.

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.

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