Job Purpose: Moves material and products in manufacturing and/or warehouse area by manual hand truck, electric hand truck and/or forklift with the purpose of loading, unloading, or stocking in warehouse or cells.
Essential Functions: • Uses a forklift, pallet jack and/or hand dolly. • Follows instructions to determine materials or containers to be moved. • Prepares loads for shipment; for instance, banding, plastic wrapping the product, etc. • Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets manually and onto or off trailers. • Conveys materials to or from storage or work sites to designated areas using a forklift, manual or electrical pallet jack. • Secures lifting attachments to materials and conveys load to designated location, i.e. lift forks, fork extensions, extension boom. • Works under direct supervision on duties and tasks that are basic, selecting from written instructions and established procedures. • Will be working with a team of co-workers. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: • Six months of prior related experience is preferred, but not required. • Manufacturing background a plus, but not required. • Must have a valid driver’s license. • Applies basic and develops intermediate skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment, as appropriate to area of specialization. • Must have basic math skills. • Must be flexible with required working hours, including overtime. • Must be flexible within the department and willing to flex to other departments as needed.
ADA Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. from floor to shoulder level, to routinely push and/or pull a minimum of 50 pounds with a manual pallet jack, to occasionally bend at the knee level, stoop and/or climb. Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 to 10 hours. Must be able to use a forklift, pallet jack and hand dolly. Must be able to pass a forklift-driving test to become an authorized forklift driver. Background check is required. Will be required to wear proper protective equipment including, but not limited to, protective eye and/or hearing equipment to safely perform job duties. Will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, dust, heat, cold, gas, and/or fumes. Must be able to adjust to normal plant environmental conditions (above moderate hot and cold conditions) and to adapt quickly to physical applications requiring varying motor skills.
Constantly requires 6-8+ hrs of sitting on a lift, walking, standing, bending neck/wrist & squatting. Requires repetitive use of hands for grasping, manipulation, pulling/pushing & reaching above shoulder level. Occasionally requires climbing. Consistently lifts up to 10 lbs 6-8 hrs daily. Frequently lifts 11 to 75 lbs, 3-6 hrs daily. Occasionally carries up to 75 lbs, 3 hrs daily. Requires driving cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment. Works around departmental equipment and lifts. Exposure to excessive noise, extreme temperatures. Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, chemicals in manufacturing area. Requires use of forklift foot controls
(Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within the job description at any time.)
Virco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We encourage minority and female applicants. We participate in E-Verify.
Aug 09, 2018
Full time
Job Purpose: Moves material and products in manufacturing and/or warehouse area by manual hand truck, electric hand truck and/or forklift with the purpose of loading, unloading, or stocking in warehouse or cells.
Essential Functions: • Uses a forklift, pallet jack and/or hand dolly. • Follows instructions to determine materials or containers to be moved. • Prepares loads for shipment; for instance, banding, plastic wrapping the product, etc. • Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets manually and onto or off trailers. • Conveys materials to or from storage or work sites to designated areas using a forklift, manual or electrical pallet jack. • Secures lifting attachments to materials and conveys load to designated location, i.e. lift forks, fork extensions, extension boom. • Works under direct supervision on duties and tasks that are basic, selecting from written instructions and established procedures. • Will be working with a team of co-workers. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications: • Six months of prior related experience is preferred, but not required. • Manufacturing background a plus, but not required. • Must have a valid driver’s license. • Applies basic and develops intermediate skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment, as appropriate to area of specialization. • Must have basic math skills. • Must be flexible with required working hours, including overtime. • Must be flexible within the department and willing to flex to other departments as needed.
ADA Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs. from floor to shoulder level, to routinely push and/or pull a minimum of 50 pounds with a manual pallet jack, to occasionally bend at the knee level, stoop and/or climb. Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 to 10 hours. Must be able to use a forklift, pallet jack and hand dolly. Must be able to pass a forklift-driving test to become an authorized forklift driver. Background check is required. Will be required to wear proper protective equipment including, but not limited to, protective eye and/or hearing equipment to safely perform job duties. Will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, dust, heat, cold, gas, and/or fumes. Must be able to adjust to normal plant environmental conditions (above moderate hot and cold conditions) and to adapt quickly to physical applications requiring varying motor skills.
Constantly requires 6-8+ hrs of sitting on a lift, walking, standing, bending neck/wrist & squatting. Requires repetitive use of hands for grasping, manipulation, pulling/pushing & reaching above shoulder level. Occasionally requires climbing. Consistently lifts up to 10 lbs 6-8 hrs daily. Frequently lifts 11 to 75 lbs, 3-6 hrs daily. Occasionally carries up to 75 lbs, 3 hrs daily. Requires driving cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment. Works around departmental equipment and lifts. Exposure to excessive noise, extreme temperatures. Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, chemicals in manufacturing area. Requires use of forklift foot controls
(Management reserves the right to change, rescind, add or delete the duties and responsibilities of positions within the job description at any time.)
Virco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We encourage minority and female applicants. We participate in E-Verify.
The Lab Technician tests in-process and finished product samples, and returns vital testing data to the concerned production areas in order for them to continue the production of customer and/or product specific polypropylene, while maintaining safety, integrity, and efficiency of the facility. Lab Technicians are responsible for maintenance, calibration and operation of laboratory test equipment and instrumentation to ensure accurate testing.
The Lab Technicians must have thorough knowledge of the laboratory equipment, instruments and procedures required for testing, recording, and reporting data, and are responsible for trouble-shooting equipment, instruments, or testing problems. They must also work cooperatively with other Technicians as well as personnel of other departments and or plants to assure we are supplying in specification product to our clients.
The Laboratory Technicians have the additional responsibility to aid in preparing and shipping pre-shipment or special samples to customers and R&T. They must follow all shipping regulations to prepare and ship the samples.
These statements are intended to describe the general nature of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties.
Responsibilities Include:
Testing and evaluating product per the standard protocol.
Conducting investigations of out-of-specification standards and instrumentation.
Receiving testing (Wet, Physical-Chemical, and Physical Properties) samples per the prescribed sampling schedules and on occasion non-routine sample analysis.
Reviewing the test data for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
Informing technicians, management, and affected operational unit of suspect instrumentation and/or data and provide insight on possible solutions.
Entering the data into Lab Soft or other appropriate files, in the case of out of specification material, and communicating findings with operations team.
Preparing the equipment or instruments for maintenance and coordinating the work with maintenance personnel to ensure the work is performed safely and to maintain continuity of operation.
Performing tasks necessary to ensure the laboratory performs at optimal capacity and that the product meets quality specifications, while following all safety procedures (LO/TO, Permitting, WO, MOC, Contract Administration).
Participating in plant safety initiatives, such as LMS, and others BBO, STAC, Safety Committees and housekeeping inspections, to take ownership of personal and co-worker safety.
Participating in the review, validation, and training of procedures and instructions as needed and
Assisting in the training of new employees as detailed in the training procedures and new instrumentation.
Maintaining the laboratory’s supplies/inventory.
Participating in and driving Braskem+ compliance with all 5 elements.
Adhering to all HES policies and procedures.
Completing SMP assignments on time.
Achieving and maintaining certifications for all routine Q/C testing.
Complying with all lab quality procedures and practices.
Conducting routine QC testing.
Running control standard per schedule and communicating our-of-control occurrences.
Conducting routine maintenance and performs defined troubleshooting checks.
Developing simple RTP’s and OPL’s.
Using LIMS system to create samples, enter data and perform simple queries to see sit data
BS in science, chemistry, biology is preferred; or Associate’s Degree with emphasis in science, biology, chemistry or product testing/analysis in laboratory applications PLUS 2 years of related work experience; or Minimum 5 years of experience of laboratory testing and analysis in chemical industry or manufacturing environment.
Strong communication skills
Computer skills
Proficiency with EXCEL
Demonstrated proficiency at analyzing data, trends, modeling, and troubleshooting issues.
Strong multitasking skills
Physically able to use standard safety equipment (rated for 300 lbs or less)
Able to work a rotating shift and overtime as required.
Able to work overtime when needed (including weekends & holidays).
Work independently on routine lab tasks.
Certified in all routine testing.
Jul 31, 2018
Full time
The Lab Technician tests in-process and finished product samples, and returns vital testing data to the concerned production areas in order for them to continue the production of customer and/or product specific polypropylene, while maintaining safety, integrity, and efficiency of the facility. Lab Technicians are responsible for maintenance, calibration and operation of laboratory test equipment and instrumentation to ensure accurate testing.
The Lab Technicians must have thorough knowledge of the laboratory equipment, instruments and procedures required for testing, recording, and reporting data, and are responsible for trouble-shooting equipment, instruments, or testing problems. They must also work cooperatively with other Technicians as well as personnel of other departments and or plants to assure we are supplying in specification product to our clients.
The Laboratory Technicians have the additional responsibility to aid in preparing and shipping pre-shipment or special samples to customers and R&T. They must follow all shipping regulations to prepare and ship the samples.
These statements are intended to describe the general nature of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties.
Responsibilities Include:
Testing and evaluating product per the standard protocol.
Conducting investigations of out-of-specification standards and instrumentation.
Receiving testing (Wet, Physical-Chemical, and Physical Properties) samples per the prescribed sampling schedules and on occasion non-routine sample analysis.
Reviewing the test data for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
Informing technicians, management, and affected operational unit of suspect instrumentation and/or data and provide insight on possible solutions.
Entering the data into Lab Soft or other appropriate files, in the case of out of specification material, and communicating findings with operations team.
Preparing the equipment or instruments for maintenance and coordinating the work with maintenance personnel to ensure the work is performed safely and to maintain continuity of operation.
Performing tasks necessary to ensure the laboratory performs at optimal capacity and that the product meets quality specifications, while following all safety procedures (LO/TO, Permitting, WO, MOC, Contract Administration).
Participating in plant safety initiatives, such as LMS, and others BBO, STAC, Safety Committees and housekeeping inspections, to take ownership of personal and co-worker safety.
Participating in the review, validation, and training of procedures and instructions as needed and
Assisting in the training of new employees as detailed in the training procedures and new instrumentation.
Maintaining the laboratory’s supplies/inventory.
Participating in and driving Braskem+ compliance with all 5 elements.
Adhering to all HES policies and procedures.
Completing SMP assignments on time.
Achieving and maintaining certifications for all routine Q/C testing.
Complying with all lab quality procedures and practices.
Conducting routine QC testing.
Running control standard per schedule and communicating our-of-control occurrences.
Conducting routine maintenance and performs defined troubleshooting checks.
Developing simple RTP’s and OPL’s.
Using LIMS system to create samples, enter data and perform simple queries to see sit data
BS in science, chemistry, biology is preferred; or Associate’s Degree with emphasis in science, biology, chemistry or product testing/analysis in laboratory applications PLUS 2 years of related work experience; or Minimum 5 years of experience of laboratory testing and analysis in chemical industry or manufacturing environment.
Strong communication skills
Computer skills
Proficiency with EXCEL
Demonstrated proficiency at analyzing data, trends, modeling, and troubleshooting issues.
Strong multitasking skills
Physically able to use standard safety equipment (rated for 300 lbs or less)
Able to work a rotating shift and overtime as required.
Able to work overtime when needed (including weekends & holidays).
Work independently on routine lab tasks.
Certified in all routine testing.
The PDM Technician provides equipment condition monitoring for the Plant Maintenance & Reliability organization. This position is responsible for managing, executing, and reporting the results of the Plant’s predictive maintenance program. This includes vibration analysis, OLMS , thermographic, and ultrasonic monitoring, infrared, electric motor testing, and lubrication analysis. The equipment involved includes (but not limited too ) pumps, motors, gear boxes, and identified Plant electrical equipment.
Job Knowledge and Responsibilities
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Plant’s condition monitoring program.
Very good mechanical knowledge base with typical plant and building equipment such as compressors, fans, speed increasers and gear reducers
Responsible for the collection, management, and reporting of all data collected.
Responsible for communicating the monitoring schedule to Operations and Maintenance and acting as champion to ensure compliance.
Responsible for communication of the monitoring results with the Plant’s Maintenance Engineers. This includes attending meetings and generating formal reports.
Responsible for championing the maintenance and repair of all monitored equipment, including generating notifications and follow up with PMC on equipment status
Field experience to be able to investigate and troubleshoot Vibration issues
Respond to emergency call-out or on call duty 24/7.
Will be required to complete the required training for vibration, ultrasonic, thermographic monitoring, motor testing and lubrication.
Will be responsible for maintaining the following certifications:
Vibration Level II
Thermography Level 1
Ultrasonics Airborne Level 1
Machinery Lubricant Analyst 1
Demonstrate safe work behavior, following all plant safe work practices, and be willing to correct improper safety behavior in Plant employees and contractors.
Be able to interact effectively with personnel in other departments such as Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, IT, and also direct contractor activities.
High School Diploma with at least 7 years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical or refining industry in the field of equipment maintenance or inspection.
Must be an excellent communicator, strong leader, have solid interpersonal skills and be able to deal with all levels in the organization. Must also have excellent computer skills and organizational skills to manage large amounts of data. Must be a self starter and have high standards.
Preferred Skills:
Certification in the following areas:
Vibration Level IV
Thermography Level 1
Ultrasonics Airborne Level 1
Machinery Lubricant Analyst 1
Ability to think in overall broad terms and negotiate solutions with other related organizations. Must be able to function in a multi-task environment.
Jul 31, 2018
Full time
The PDM Technician provides equipment condition monitoring for the Plant Maintenance & Reliability organization. This position is responsible for managing, executing, and reporting the results of the Plant’s predictive maintenance program. This includes vibration analysis, OLMS , thermographic, and ultrasonic monitoring, infrared, electric motor testing, and lubrication analysis. The equipment involved includes (but not limited too ) pumps, motors, gear boxes, and identified Plant electrical equipment.
Job Knowledge and Responsibilities
Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Plant’s condition monitoring program.
Very good mechanical knowledge base with typical plant and building equipment such as compressors, fans, speed increasers and gear reducers
Responsible for the collection, management, and reporting of all data collected.
Responsible for communicating the monitoring schedule to Operations and Maintenance and acting as champion to ensure compliance.
Responsible for communication of the monitoring results with the Plant’s Maintenance Engineers. This includes attending meetings and generating formal reports.
Responsible for championing the maintenance and repair of all monitored equipment, including generating notifications and follow up with PMC on equipment status
Field experience to be able to investigate and troubleshoot Vibration issues
Respond to emergency call-out or on call duty 24/7.
Will be required to complete the required training for vibration, ultrasonic, thermographic monitoring, motor testing and lubrication.
Will be responsible for maintaining the following certifications:
Vibration Level II
Thermography Level 1
Ultrasonics Airborne Level 1
Machinery Lubricant Analyst 1
Demonstrate safe work behavior, following all plant safe work practices, and be willing to correct improper safety behavior in Plant employees and contractors.
Be able to interact effectively with personnel in other departments such as Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, IT, and also direct contractor activities.
High School Diploma with at least 7 years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical or refining industry in the field of equipment maintenance or inspection.
Must be an excellent communicator, strong leader, have solid interpersonal skills and be able to deal with all levels in the organization. Must also have excellent computer skills and organizational skills to manage large amounts of data. Must be a self starter and have high standards.
Preferred Skills:
Certification in the following areas:
Vibration Level IV
Thermography Level 1
Ultrasonics Airborne Level 1
Machinery Lubricant Analyst 1
Ability to think in overall broad terms and negotiate solutions with other related organizations. Must be able to function in a multi-task environment.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize key operating unit process variables across the Plant’s operating units to drive process and product improvements while maintaining a strong safety and environmental compliance focus. Apply technical knowledge to detect causes of deviations in quality, capacity, yield, and energy consumption. Provide training / mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Develop and implement systems that improve and sustain value in the areas of health, safety, environment, production rates, equipment reliability, cost, yield, and quality.
Support Process Specialists in driving Operating Excellence into the tactical operation of the facility.
Support Process Specialists in providing guidance for the day-to-day Operation of the Plant including troubleshooting operational issues. Participate in cross-functional Plant teams as needed.
Develop initial scope and business case for improvements projects. Review PDP’s for Process / Capital Engineers to ensure project scope completeness and that the project will satisfy all desired process benefits.
Primary person responsible for project commissioning and start-up activities. This includes the development of startup schedules, operator training, and the development of commissioning / start-up procedures for new equipment / process units.
Lead root cause analysis studies to resolve incident investigations and plant process / equipment related issues.
Provide technical data for Environmental events such as process leaks, HRVOC exceedances, RQ’s, etc.
Participate in the Plant’s PSM process including the creation of and approval of MOC’s and PSSR’s.
Participate in PHA’s across the Plant’s production units.
Responsible for the review and resolution of action items as a result of HES, ISO, Insurance audits and PHA studies.
Monitor intermediate and product analyses and statistical data.
Responsible for specifying or approving process conditions to produce new or modified products in conjunction with the Quality representative. This includes participation in the coordination and planning of product trials.
Assists in the investigation and resolution of customer complaints and nonconforming products.
Develop, modify, review, and optimize operational procedures across the Plant.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years’ experience working as a chemical engineer with relevant experience in the petrochemical or chemical process industries.
Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM).
Knowledge of process simulation software such as Aspen Plus.
Possess skills to be able to contribute in a team environment and establish work relationships with onsite and offsite functional groups to achieve results.
Incumbent must be self-motivated, and results oriented.
Excellent written and verbal communications as well as computer skills.
Ability to define problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Experience in polymer processes preferred.
Extended hours may be required during periods of plant upsets or turnarounds.
Relocation Available.
Jul 31, 2018
Full time
Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize key operating unit process variables across the Plant’s operating units to drive process and product improvements while maintaining a strong safety and environmental compliance focus. Apply technical knowledge to detect causes of deviations in quality, capacity, yield, and energy consumption. Provide training / mentoring to less experienced engineers.
Develop and implement systems that improve and sustain value in the areas of health, safety, environment, production rates, equipment reliability, cost, yield, and quality.
Support Process Specialists in driving Operating Excellence into the tactical operation of the facility.
Support Process Specialists in providing guidance for the day-to-day Operation of the Plant including troubleshooting operational issues. Participate in cross-functional Plant teams as needed.
Develop initial scope and business case for improvements projects. Review PDP’s for Process / Capital Engineers to ensure project scope completeness and that the project will satisfy all desired process benefits.
Primary person responsible for project commissioning and start-up activities. This includes the development of startup schedules, operator training, and the development of commissioning / start-up procedures for new equipment / process units.
Lead root cause analysis studies to resolve incident investigations and plant process / equipment related issues.
Provide technical data for Environmental events such as process leaks, HRVOC exceedances, RQ’s, etc.
Participate in the Plant’s PSM process including the creation of and approval of MOC’s and PSSR’s.
Participate in PHA’s across the Plant’s production units.
Responsible for the review and resolution of action items as a result of HES, ISO, Insurance audits and PHA studies.
Monitor intermediate and product analyses and statistical data.
Responsible for specifying or approving process conditions to produce new or modified products in conjunction with the Quality representative. This includes participation in the coordination and planning of product trials.
Assists in the investigation and resolution of customer complaints and nonconforming products.
Develop, modify, review, and optimize operational procedures across the Plant.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years’ experience working as a chemical engineer with relevant experience in the petrochemical or chemical process industries.
Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM).
Knowledge of process simulation software such as Aspen Plus.
Possess skills to be able to contribute in a team environment and establish work relationships with onsite and offsite functional groups to achieve results.
Incumbent must be self-motivated, and results oriented.
Excellent written and verbal communications as well as computer skills.
Ability to define problems, collect and interpret data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Experience in polymer processes preferred.
Extended hours may be required during periods of plant upsets or turnarounds.
Relocation Available.
O'Brien Auto Group
Volkswagen of Kirkland, Northeast 124th Street, Kirkland, WA, USA
Volkswagen of Kirkland, a dealership in the O'Brien Auto Group, is looking for Automotive Technicians to join our team! We are a full service mechanical repair shop in a state of the art facility. We are looking for both Entry-Level Technicians who may not have any experience as well as Veteran technicians who are looking for a fresh start with a great wage.
We're looking for quality Technicians with the drive, determination, and expertise to work in our service department. This applicant must be flexible and available Monday Through Saturday with zero scheduling conflicts and we have a variety of different schedules. We are looking to fill Full-Time positions.
You will need to have recent professional shop experience and like what you do. Volkswagen of Kirkland has very high standards for our employees, and we want to make sure that our customers have an excellent experience while at our dealership. We offer a very competitive pay program including weekly pay, and ASE reimbursement.
All applicants must have a valid driver's license, clean record, and the ability to pass a background check.
In addition to a competitive wage, Volkswagen of Kirkland offers our full time employees a comprehensive benefits package; including Company-subsidized medical/dental/vision, 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation time.
Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free environment.
Jul 30, 2018
Full time
Volkswagen of Kirkland, a dealership in the O'Brien Auto Group, is looking for Automotive Technicians to join our team! We are a full service mechanical repair shop in a state of the art facility. We are looking for both Entry-Level Technicians who may not have any experience as well as Veteran technicians who are looking for a fresh start with a great wage.
We're looking for quality Technicians with the drive, determination, and expertise to work in our service department. This applicant must be flexible and available Monday Through Saturday with zero scheduling conflicts and we have a variety of different schedules. We are looking to fill Full-Time positions.
You will need to have recent professional shop experience and like what you do. Volkswagen of Kirkland has very high standards for our employees, and we want to make sure that our customers have an excellent experience while at our dealership. We offer a very competitive pay program including weekly pay, and ASE reimbursement.
All applicants must have a valid driver's license, clean record, and the ability to pass a background check.
In addition to a competitive wage, Volkswagen of Kirkland offers our full time employees a comprehensive benefits package; including Company-subsidized medical/dental/vision, 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation time.
Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free environment.
