Utility Operator at Oxbow Calcining LLC in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Job Description:

With headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida and offices in over 35 countries, Oxbow is consistently recognized by Forbes magazine as a one of the top privately held companies in the United States. Oxbow is a global supplier of energy products that specializes in the sourcing, production, transportation & logistics of value-added industrial materials critical to a variety of manufacturing processes. Oxbows products are essential in the production of aluminum, steel, glass and cement and our specialty products are used in variety of innovative products including high performance plastics, solar panels, electronics and batteries.

Oxbow Calcining LLC is currently looking for a Utility Operator to join our team in Baton Rouge, LA. This position will be responsible for assisting the supervisor in production area to ensure maximum contributions to the safety, quality and productivity of the plant.

Essential Job Duties:
Cleans up spillage and reclaim uncontaminated coke. Operates all mobile equipment required to perform job duties (sweeper truck, water truck, forklift, shuttle wagon, front-end loader, etc.) Operates equipment safely and efficiently.
Performs inventory of all storage and load out tanks. Responsible for receiving deliveries of incoming oil and fuel tanks. Unloads raw materials as needed. Performs checks on various equipment and conveyors, preventive maintenance checks and services Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment. Assists maintenance personnel on an as-needed basis in the repair and adjustment of equipment. Notifies supervisor whenever leaving work area. Maintains emergency equipment, such as flashlight and rain suit for possible use during a storm. Ensures that the work areas, equipment, and work practices comply with the regulatory codes, statues, and company requirements.
Ensures compliance with safety, attendance and other plant procedures or guidelines, Responsible for inspecting & cleaning of all catwalks & walkways, scale areas and pits. Observes calcining operations while performing job duties and promptly reports unusual events to the supervisor. Reports all injuries, regardless of seriousness, immediately to the supervisor. Works with the supervisor on matters relating to the improvement and the continued safe functioning of plant equipment and facilities. Assists in the development of written safety procedures prepared for jobs performed. Follows ISO procedures to complete duties as required by the job specification. Makes recommendations whenever possible regarding potential improvements in operation or maintenance of plant facilities through changes and modifications in material, equipment, and procedures. Maintains communications with supervisor and coworkers on matters concerning daily activities. Responds to emergency operations situations.