Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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Job Summary

The Boiler Operator Position involves two or more maintenance or craft skill sets that must be utilized daily in order to keep the Plant operational. Duties for this position range from operating multiple Boilers over 4001-IP in accordance with laws, regulations and SOP's, repair/replacement of equipment (pumps, probes, etc.), monitoring of heating/cooling systems for water, water treatment systems, water filtration systems, and Air Compressors and Dryers as well as constant coordination with the Production Team to ensure the Utility Systems are properly supporting the Plant Operation

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM, with the ability to work overtime on Friday's

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete assigned PMs and WOs with complete thoroughness and report all parts used and any findings.
• PM's/WO's assigned will primarily consist of Utilities Maintenance issues but required mechanical work will also be assigned.
• WO's will be issued which can include requests from other departments (i.e., Safety, Quality, Production, etc.)
• Monitor constantly the status of the Boilers via manual and automatic controls. Perform checks throughout the day to ensure all Boiler Safeties are functioning properly. Bring any concerns up to Management immediately. Shut down any Boiler immediately if there is a safety issue with it.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and perform immediate repairs as needed.
• Respond to radio calls throughout the plant as it pertains to the Utility Area in order to assist with safety, quality, and production needs.
• Monitor the Water Softener System, ensuring that the appropriate level of Salt is in each Brine Tank.
• Work with the Maintenance Team and other department leads/managers on any issues that affect safety, quality, and production.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety documents, operating, maintenance or procedure manuals and necessary prints.
• Respond immediately to emergency situations (fire, evacuation, power/equipment failure, etc.).
• Maintain the cleanliness of all Utility Areas.
• Maintain a Daily Log of all events, inspections and items of note to help with information flow to all shifts and to help with analysis of issues and problems.
• Keep updated on all information pertaining to all Utility Systems.

Required/Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Experience working in a high-speed food manufacturing environment. (Three (3) Years Preferred).
• Basic Mechanical Knowledge, Abilities and Experience - Knowledge and skills to repair or replace pumps, gearboxes, bearings, pipes, valves, hoses, etc. (Three (3) years preferred.)
• Basis Electrical Knowledge - Understanding and basic knowledge of breakers, VFD's, motors, motor starters, wiring, power disconnects, level sensors, pressure sensors, flow meters, etc. (Three (3) years preferred.)
• At least 4 years' experience running and maintaining Boilers of 200 HP or larger.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Unlimited L.A. County Steam License/Unlimited Steam Engineer License required.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, squatting, reaching, bending and lifting.
• Ability to work in an environment that reaches over 115&degree; F.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

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