$1500 Sign on Bonus! Chemical Plant Operator/Class 1A Driver- Belle Plaine, SK

$1500 Sign on Bonus!! Chemical Plant Operator/Class 1A Driver- Belle Plaine, SK

Apply locations Belle Plaine, Saskatchewan, Canada

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Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

“We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.”

Do you have experience inspecting pumps, tanks, and production lines for proper and safe operation? Are you someone who can climb and is comfortable with heights while wearing appropriate PPE, such as a respirator? Do you have a strong safety work ethic? Do you possess a Class 1A license? If so, this may be the job for you!

**Sign-on bonus - $750.00 paid after 30 days of successful service and $750.00 paid after 60 days. Current employees are not eligible.**

General Purpose and Scope of Position:

The Chemical Plant Operator / Driver is responsible for taking daily inventory, unloading and loading raw materials and finished goods, and helping in other operations departments. Chemical Operators are also responsible for using and maintaining equipment to blend chemicals.

Key Skills and Abilities:

• Able to lift to 50 lbs.
• Frequent walking is needed to complete inventory, check for leaks, and open/close storage tanks.
• You may be required to run a forklift, a rail car mover, or work at heights.
• Ability to wear a full-face respirator.
• Able to tolerate temperature extremes in production and outside on hot days and cold outside temperatures during the winter.

Key Personal Attributes Include:

• Required Class 1A license.
• High school Diploma required.
• 1 to 2 years of work experience in a chemical plant and a strong understanding of chemical processing are preferred but not required.
• Must acquire sufficient skill and knowledge of the chemical processes to conduct operations and processes.
• Ability to utilize computer and/or electronic equipment.
• Safety-oriented work habits.
• Strong attention to small details and precision in all operations.
• Good analytical, critical thinking, and evaluation abilities.

Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:

• Unload all raw materials according to procedures. Open and close tanks and unloading lines to move the raw materials from the railcars or trucks to the storage tanks.
• Operation of production equipment such as pumps, blenders, reactors, and weigh scales.
• Read charts, meters, and other output devices to manage machinery with high precision.
• Collect, label, deliver, and store samples for lab testing.
• Prepare drums, totes, and other containers for the transport of products.
• Label packaged materials following company and government regulations.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and reports.
• Ensure all documentation produced follows quality standards.
• Document and communicate work activities.
• Operate various pumps, fans, valves, and other equipment throughout the plant safely.
• Under supervision, complete daily batches assigned per batch ticket instructions.
• Learn and follow applicable procedures to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible job completion.
• Complete daily inventory with the Plant Manager.
• Work in other operation areas, including maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment following all company safety guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The base compensation for this position ranges from $24.00 - $30.00 per hour. Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.
• Drug-Free Workplace.
• **Sign-on bonus - $750.00 paid after 30 days of successful service and $750.00 paid after 60 days. Current employees are not eligible.**

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

NACHURS is a Wilbur-Ellis business.

For over 70 years, NACHURS has been the industry leader in NPK LIQUID FERTILIZER TECHNOLOGY. Built on quality, integrity, and innovation, we pioneered precision-placed liquid fertilizer in 1946 – formulated to meet the nutritional demands of crops and growing conditions on both sides of the border. Our liquid fertilizers are marketed under the ALPINE brand and NACHURS brands in North America.