Job Duties - Welder

Fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers and measuring tools. Produce metal products according to employer specifications. Use multiple welding machines to repair and maintain metal equipment and structures of various sizes. Read and interpret diagrams, sketches and blueprints to determine operations, required materials and timeframes for projects.

Set up, operate and maintain welding equipment. Understand and implement personal and company safety measures by wearing specialized goggles, helmets and gloves. Communication skills are essential to work with team members and converse with customers and clients.

Plant Operator

Duties And Responsibilities

Monitoring equipment, making adjustments to process controls, taking routine readings, performing preventive and minor maintenance, troubleshooting operational problems, and handling paperwork associated with regulatory permitting in order to improve plant system operation/uptime and reduce total operating costs.

Required Qualifications:

• At least High School grad or G.E.D.
• 3+years preferred with a responsible attitude for personal safety and the safety of co-workers, contractors &the public.
• Ability to work 12 hour, rotating shifts.
• Basic knowledge of plant processes.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA 1910.119.
• Knowledge of technical math skills.
• Capable of performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs on all required plant equipment.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively monitor plant equipment and make adjustments to processes and controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational problems.
• Ability to handle upsets, startups, and shutdowns to plant systems and processes
• Knowledge of DCS systems (Delta V).
• Ability to perform lab tests such as cooling tower and R/O unit water tests and SRU chemical tests.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities/priorities simultaneously.
• Must meet established CNR’s goals and work standards.
• Good computer skills, along with ability to input data into excel format.
• Good communication and excellent interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to perform heavy manual labor, frequently lifting up to 75 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds with the assistance of applicable equipment or other employees. Ability to meet color and peripheral vision requirements. Must be able to work from heights with the assistance of proper safety equipment. Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions.

**This job description summarizes the essential duties required for this position but in no way is inclusive of all duties. Other related duties may be assigned as needed by department head or supervisor. All changes must be requested through the Organizational Development or Human Resources**

MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

Cooper Natural Resources​ is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to perform a variety of work in general maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds at various facilities/sites to include electrical, plumbing, welding, and painting tasks. This position reports directly to the Maintenance Manager.

 Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair and treat structures such as floors, sinks, walls, and roofs;
• Perform minor troubleshooting repairs
• Report mechanical malfunctions to appropriate party for action.
• Move and assist in moving equipment at various facilities/sites.
• Oversee and execute maintenance projects within schedule and budget utilizing work window allowed by operating consideration of activities.
• Perform inspections of equipment and facilities including but not limited to overhead contact wire systems, traction power substations, building electrical/mechanical, communication systems.
• Submit verbal and written reports of inspection findings to Maintenance Manager/Plant Manager.
• Recommend and execute maintenance schedules and supervisory procedures.
• Exercise discretion in identifying projects requiring the services of a higher skilled crafts person.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work sites.
• Investigate, analyze, and make recommendations for correcting potential safety problems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable policies and rules.
• Recommend safety procedures and standard practices to ensure maintenance activities precede safely and efficiently.

Electrical

Perform basic electrical installation and repair work in wiring for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, power circuits and appliances; repairs lighting systems; inspects electrical systems for unsafe conditions.

Plumbing/Painting

Identify and perform basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; open clogged lines and drains; replace washers and other minor parts; applies and prepares various surfaces for paint, enamel, lacquer, varnish, or stain; repairs wall coverings

Welding

Responsible for various types of welding preparation, from welding and weld finishing operations, and welding equipment maintenance. Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum and some exotic materials. Verify welding results by inspecting and testing welds. Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.

Required Qualifications:

• Effectively use a variety of hand and power tools; operate a forklift; read blueprints; review and identify projects needed to be serviced by outside contractors.
• Written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Ability to perform maintenance repair, troubleshooting, rebuilds and overhaul of LRT systems equipment and materials.
• Ability to analyze malfunctions in mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electric equipment and determines repair and performs system fabrication and assembly tasks.
• Knowledge of technical math skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and correctly use test equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities/priorities simultaneously.
• Must meet established CNR goals and work standards.
• Knowledge of and experience with electric/mechanical maintenance safety practices.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic systems, electric, testing and inspection methods/tools for maintenance and inspections.
• Keep updated with current laws, regulations, and developments in areas related to maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures used to repair and maintain high and low voltage electrical switch-gear equipment.
• Knowledge of theory and principles of traction power, substation, signal, communications, propulsion systems, braking systems and facility power distribution electrical and electronic equipment and circuits.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of electrical installation
• Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations covering electrical installation, maintenance safety and accident prevention.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specification and electronic, electrical and electromechanical schematics, and diagrams.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to perform heavy manual labor, frequently lifting up to 75 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds with the assistance of applicable equipment or other employees. Ability to meet color and peripheral vision requirements. Must be able to work from heights with the assistance of proper safety equipment. Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions.

Cooper Natural Resources provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Cooper Natural Resources complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Cooper Natural Resources expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Cooper Natural Resources employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Minimum Hiring Criteria

1. Minimum 25 years of age
2. 2 years verifiable tractor trailer driving experience, or: 1-year oil field driving or: 1-year verifiable tanker driving
3. Current Class A CDL with Hazardous Material & tanker endorsements
4. No drug charge convictions in the last 5 years or more than 1 conviction in the last 10 years
5. No DWI, DUI convictions in the last 5 years, or more than 1 conviction in the last 10 years
6. Felonies are evaluated on a case by case basis; no violent felonies, no crimes that require registration as a sexual offender
7. Acceptable MVR: no more than 2 moving violations in 3 years
8. Acceptable accident experience: no more than one at fault vehicle accident in 5 years; No more than 2 accidents, regardless of fault, in 10 years
9. Current DOT Medical Card
10. Steady work history. No more than 4 employers in the past 2 years.
11. No prior positive or decline of DOT drug test result within the last 5 years
12. Acceptable roadside inspection performance / PSP report
13. Ability to operate commercial vehicles with manual transmissions
14. Able to physically perform the functions of the driver position for which you are applying

BAGGING SPECIALIST

SUMMARY

The Bagger Operator is responsible for placing products safely and effectively in appropriate packages, keeping up with product output, maintaining a smooth and timely production line and ensuring the packaging equipment stays in good working condition. All procedures and practices used are grounded in standards, regulations and laws addressing safety and quality, as well as environmental safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

1. Maintains an understanding of the production schedule for each shift and how it influences the work to be done
2. Understands the packaging equipment being used and how to adjust when needed. Identifies packaging defects quickly and makes adjustments immediately
3. Cleans and uses equipment effectively assuring that it remains in good working order
4. Works with Maintenance Manager to plan for the preventive maintenance and protection of the equipment
5. Checks all packages for correct dates, codes, weights and cut lines and intervenes immediately
6. Remains current in training expectations
7. Keeps work environment clean, safe and positive

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Requires education generally equivalent to a high school diploma
• Requires a minimum of two years of progressive work experience, preferably in the food products industry.
• Requires teamwork ability with a positive attitude, works well with others and communicates effectively with all associates
• Requires effective and clear written and oral communication skills fluent in English to clearly communicate with other team members

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasional sitting
• Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, grasp or touch objects and tools.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds