BF - Kiln Leader

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle’s and Sidul.OVERVIEWThe Kiln Leader is responsible for ensuring the proper operation of kilns, draw systems, and conveyors.DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESStarts and stops burners in Kiln following a prescribed procedure; maintains constant temperature.Ensures the proper direction and flow of char.Stops leaks in Kiln with prescribed material and makes other minor repairs to kilns.Observes operation of furnace to detect such conditions as leaks, correct pressure, cleanliness and even burning, and reports any malfunction to Foreman.Observes and maintains operation of draw system and conveyors for proper operation.Cleans dryer screens and brushes hummer screens.Starts and stops boneblack elevators.Adjust gravity separator - takes samples and checks density from separator.Distributes boneblack as necessary by means of conveyor system to appropriate hopper in prescribed manner.Keeps char flowing through dryers.Fills sacks with boneblack from gravity separator and screens to specified weight.Takes measurements of hoppers for stock.Takes samples, carries to laboratory and returns empty bottles as directed.Sweeps, rakes, shovels, screens and bags discarded boneblack.Assists other classifications as necessary.WORK EXPERIENCESMust have 1 to 2 years of experience working in an industrial setting.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSHigh School diploma or GED is preferred.Must have the ability to regulate temperature in burners for maximum efficiency.Must be able to learn and develop knowledge of the complete char revivification system.Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential.Should be able to work independently and also efficiently within a team setting.Must have the ability to lift up to 50lbs.HOURLY RATEStarting Rate: $26.34.Paid sick time and vacation after 90 day probationary period.LOCATION OF ROLEWe are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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