Vice Shift Leader - Welland, Ontario

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Welland, Ontario Verbio Canada

Job Ref:  1504
Employer:  Verbio Canada
Company Name:  Verbio
Category:  Chemicals
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Job Type:  Full Time

Location

Country:  Canada
State:  Ontario
City:  Welland
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Work From Home:  No

Description

Verbio

About VDC
VERBIO Diesel Canada (VDC) is a subsidiary of VERBIO AG, a well-established, successful biofuel company in Germany. VERBIO Diesel Canada Corporation (VDC) invests in a biodiesel and glycerine production facility in Welland, Ontario. VDC will become one of the leading biodiesel producer in North America with an annual capacity of approx. 150,000 tons of biodiesel and 18,000 tons of crude glycerin. VDC strives for technological leadership in the field of production of renewable fuels.

Position Purpose
The Vice Shift Leader works as part of a team along with the Process Operators and the Shift Leader in a continuous process manufacturing environment. The Vice Shift Leader works in the process building along and also has the ability to operate the Human Machine Interface (HMI). The Vice Shift Leader can also fill in for planned or unplanned absences for the Shift Leader. The expectations are to ensure a safe work environment while delivering maximum production quantity and the highest product quality. This is done by operating the HMI to move product through processing stages while supporting the policies, goals and objectives of VDC. The Vice Shift Leader reports to the Production Manager for daily schedules and tasks and assists with supervising the Process Operators on shift.

Key responsibilities
  • Operates HMI equipment; understands regulations relating to process operations and works in a manner to ensure that these regulations are met
  • Works in a safe manner at all times following VDC policies and procedures; handles corrosive chemicals and other dangerous and toxic products using the respective personal protective equipment as required
  • Performs small repairs on equipment; communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate repairs and maintenance requirements; assists maintenance employees and contractors as needed in performing maintenance and repairs
  • Takes routine field readings and monitors process equipment; diagnoses faults affecting facility conditions
  • Shift log reporting
  • Completion of work permits
  • Process flow understanding and monitoring
  • Operation of pumps, valve orientation, connect/disconnect hoses to transfer product, chemicals or waste water
  • Management of waste and rework material
  • Telehandler Operation, loading and unloading trucks and material handling
  • Monitoring and management of waste water systems, sanitary and storm water systems
  • Assists with the development of operators
  • Carries out regular maintenance and housekeeping duties of the facility
  • In process sampling and testing
  • Coordinates and plans daily with the Terminal Supervisor in regards to loading/unloading and the receiving schedule
  • Adheres to Kosher practices
  • Telehandler Operation, loading and unloading trucks and material handling


Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED is required
  • Previous telehandler, tow motor, or other lift experience is an asset
  • Must be able to wear standard PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, rain gear, steel toe boots), and qualify to wear a full face respirator
  • Physical requirements include, but may not be limited to, walking up and down stairs/ladders, working at heights and carrying up to 50 pounds
  • Able to work rotating 12 hour shift schedules
  • Experience in operating Human Machine Interface (HMI) is an asset
  • Experience in leadership and supervisor position is an asset
  • Vegetable oil experience within the food, biodiesel or chemical industry is an asset.
  • Demonstrated mechanical knowledge and ability
  • A working knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office and the Internet


What We Offer:
  • Full time employment with opportunities to grow and learn in a team environment in a sustainable and growing economic environment
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full benefits package including extended health, dental, vision, and a Health Spending Account
  • Company training programs
  • Shift premiums
  • RRSP program with employer matching
  • Variable bonus program


VERBIO Diesel Canada is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, provincial, or municipal laws.
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