Tall Oil Operator
Smurfit Westrock · Hopewell, VA · 2 wk ago
OTHRFull-time
Description
The Tall Oil Operator position is responsible for the daily operations of Tall Oil and Turpentine processes. Primary duties include performing batch chemical cooks of tall oil, loading tall oil and turpentine railcars/trucks, conducting lab tests, troubleshooting process upsets, and maintaining a clean and organized area.
Requirements
- Tour of duty: 24/5 with three 8-hour shifts per day, Monday through Friday. Shifts rotate weekly.
- 1st Shift: 7am-3pm
- 2nd Shift: 3pm-11pm
- 3rd Shift: 11pm-7am
- Schedule subject to change based on additional production requirements and mill discretion.
- Overtime and weekend work will be limited unless for specific business needs such as inventory, job vacancy, or other mill needs.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Strong focus on safety and quality.
- Availability to work overtime (when needed) and 8-hour rotating shifts.
- Ability to withstand demanding physical labor and tough environmental conditions.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, reach, bend, walk, stand, squat, kneel, and climb stairs throughout a shift.
- Previous industrial experience preferred.