Stationary Engineer

About the role

Maintain safe and efficient operation of the boiler house including boilers, air compressors and water treatment plant while delivering the required steam, air pressures and volumes.

Responsibilities

• Operation of the boiler house (which includes tanks, pumps, compressors, lines, valves, and all equipment within the plant) in a safe manner in line with agreed procedures.
• Proper communication and documentation as required for the operation of the plant to always ensure maximum output and quality of product when in operation.
• Inventoriable control in the Caustic and Hydrochloric acid tank farms and all other chemicals involved with the process.
• Maintains a high level of housekeeping in the work area including the caustic and acid tank farm.
• Makes appropriate adjustments to the equipment used in the process to maintain required steam quality and maximize efficiency.
• Immediately reports any accidents or hazardous incidents and prepares the plant for maintenance using proper LOTO and SWP (Safe Work Permit) procedures when required.
• Performs regular plant safety inspections/audits and writes/enters work orders for all required repairs.
• Responsible for providing training to new and/or relief personnel.
• Utilizes computer control and monitoring systems so that proper setpoint adjustments and related process peripheries are correctly adjusted to assure standard operation, quality and efficiency.
• Performs analytical measures as required to always assure demineralized water quality and steam blowdown amount.
• Performs any other non-routine duties as directed by management or supervision.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED – must be able to read, write, and communicate verbally.
• City of Chicago Stationary Engineers License.
• Minimum of one year experience operating high pressure steam boilers.
• Knowledge and experience in using personal computers and computer-run equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physical demands of the job including but not limited to: standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Skills

• High-pressure steam boiler operation.
• Computer control and monitoring systems.
• Chemical inventory and handling.
• Documentation and record-keeping.
• Personal protective equipment usage.

Benefits

Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Life and AD&D insurance
• Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and pension offered through the United Food & Commercial Workers International Union Local 1546.

Pay

The rate for this position is $42.28/hr.

Schedule

Hours may vary based on operational requirements.

Benefits

Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Life and AD&D insurance
• Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and pension offered through the United Food & Commercial Workers International Union Local 1546.

About Vantage

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL, operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction. We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you’ll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results, and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage.