Location(s)Garner, IowaCompanyKoch FertilizerCareer FieldOperations & ManufacturingJob Number156702Your JobKoch Fertilizer, LLC is now hiring a self-driven Operations Technician for our Garner, IA Facility. Koch Fertilizer, LLC owns a network of anhydrous ammonia terminals across the Midwest, responsible for receiving, storage and shipment of anhydrous ammonia and other fertilizer products to customers for agricultural and industrial use.Our Benefits Package Includes:
Annual Operations Incentive Bonus Program
Automatic 401K company contribution along with competitive match program
Excellent Health benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Opportunities to travel and work in different cities and states
*This is a flexible day shift position, Monday - Friday and may include some over-night travel to other terminals. When on call, the successful candidate must be able to report to the terminal within 45 minutes.Our TeamWe are a diverse team of passionate, motivated individuals committed to having a positive impact in our society. We are engineers, operators, project managers, data specialists, technicians, and mechanics - all working to provide the products that growers and industries need for success. It's all made possible by our people.What You Will Do
Learn and champion the Principled Based Management philosophy to develop the capability of the operations team
Monitoring terminal operating parameters and identify opportunities for corrections and improvement
Leverage technology and operating systems to gather and interpret critical data points
Assist with work permitting, Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO), daily work scheduling and adhering to operational procedures
Develop and maintain operations excellence and process optimization of the terminal, process safety, personal safety, environmental compliance, product quality and other applicable areas of compliance
Conduct maintenance on terminal equipment
Troubleshoot, maintain, and operate ammonia refrigeration and loading systems
Work with full life cycle of ammonia including refrigeration, gas fired heating, instrumentation, PLC control systems, pumps, motors and loading processes
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
High School Graduate or equivalent
Willing to live within 45 minutes of the facility
Physical Requirements:
Ability to be medically approved to participate in the respiratory protection and HAZWOPER programs
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
Ability to lift/carry up to 50lbs
Ability to push/pull up to 75lbs
Ability to grip up to 30lbs
Ability to climb stairs/ladders to work at heights of up to 100 ft while wearing a full-face mask type respirator and full Level A Personal Protective Equipment
What Will Put You Ahead
Certification/associate degree (Maintenance, Mechanical, etc.), or higher, OR Instrumentation & Electrical experience within an industrial/Military environment
Previous experience working in an ammonia, chemical, or refinery environment
Experience with PLC troubleshooting, repair, or installation
Experience rebuilding pumps, compressors, or valves
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring PhilosophyAll 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 .Who We AreAs a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.Our BenefitsOur 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 OpportunitiesEqual 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
