Control room operator

Control Room Operator
Full-time, Permanent
Location: Urania, LA

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonize the planet for generations to come.

So, what will you be doing?

Using HMI tools, you will monitor all incoming fiber, manage the drying processes and production of pellets and finally the movement of pellets into railcars. As well, you must monitor and communicate any safety-related concerns either directly to plant employees or to the Plant Leadership team.

As part of your duties, you will: 

• Maintains Drax’s high standards of housekeeping within the department and with the participation of all team members
• Utilizes SDS for all chemicals used in the production and ensures all employees are adequately trained on their use
• Complete all safety related Plant Operator Development Program training requirements as required by each Level
• Participate and communicate on the company radio’s following Drax’s Radio Usage Procedure
• Maintain radio communication that is brief, clear, in a natural speaking voice and contains only essential instructions and Information
• Active involvement in Drax OH&S Committee
• Communicate and provide leadership to all employees through the Pellet manufacturing process, promoting and supporting compliance to Safety, Production, Quality and operating policies and procedures
• Maintain composure while leading, communicating and directing plant employees during times of upset conditions including unsafe conditions or emergency evacuations
• Troubleshoot both minor and major upset conditions providing direction to plant employees
• Provide technical training support and mentorship to peers as well as to Operators in the Plant Operator Development Program
• Participate and provide leadership in training of mobile equipment, confined space, Hazard Identification, etc
• Participate, where required, in incident and accident investigation
• Coordinate holiday planning to ensure continual coverage of necessary positions within the plant
• Liaise with other Drax management including HR, Safety, Training and Senior Executives.
• Provide leadership and direction at all plant employees in the safe operation of all equipment used in the process to make pellets. This includes but is not limited to monitoring moistures, Pelleter temperatures, Pelleter in-feed speed, bulk densities, dryer temperatures, Scrubber operations, motor amps and all necessary processes related to production. The operation of the plant starts at the scale, tippers and in-feed pads where the raw fiber is delivered by truck
• Troubleshoot and make adjustments to the in-feed mixes and direct the Loader Operators according to type of fiber and moistures of the fiber
• Continually monitor and analyze HMI system
• Review notes with cross shift Operator at beginning and end of each shift communicating fiber mixes, overviews of equipment efficiencies, expected delays or upset conditions
• Manage and communicate fiber needs coordinating with the Loader Operator as well as with the Production Team Leads to ensure Pelleters have enough fiber to continue production
• Communicate housekeeping needs to Utility that support all activities keeping the pellet mill clean and mitigating unacceptable levels of dust accumulation
• Conduct testing and complete necessary reports on moisture content
• Direct and communicate to all employees on shift as to what mix is to be received and when to load rail cars

What You'll Bring
You possess the following skills, abilities and experience:

• Able to operate mobile equipment safely and efficiently
• Can complete forms and basic checklists associated with cleanup and rail car loading
• Adaptable to changes in work schedules or work tasks
• Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal, analytical, problem solving skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in heavy industry operations an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written skills
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Valid Driver’s license

What’s it like to work at Drax?
The Perks:

• A competitive hourly wage, with opportunities to move into different positions as you gain experience.
• Great benefits starting day 1 and a 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals.
• A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.
• A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).
• A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.

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