Job Description
Carbide Industries is seeking qualified individuals for full-time Production Positions at our manufacturing facility in Louisville, KY.#JoinOptaGroup Our Louisville facility has been making Calcium Carbide for customers in the steel and fuel gas industries since 1941 and operates the only Calcium Carbide furnace in the US and Canada.We employ approximately 150 people in the state of Kentucky.This position performs a wide variety of duties essential to the manufacture of chemical products by electrical arc furnace, as well as crushing and packing the solid finished product.This includes but is not limited to the operation and monitoring of process equipment, taking readings, taking samples, handling raw materials and finished goods, and preparing equipment for maintenance.Employees must consistently adhere to all established safety and operating procedures.Necessary Skills & Abilities:New Team Members must be available to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.A set shift will not be determined until after an initial training period.The plant operates on a continuous basis.Individual work schedules are typically 40 hours per week.Must be willing and able to work overtime.Must be able to read and follow written work instructions and procedures.Must be able to accurately perform basic math equations & possess the ability to use a computer system for basic departmental functions.The position requires the ability to regularly lift and carry twenty-five (25) pounds and move up to fifty (50) pounds on occasions.Must have the ability to learn mobile equipment operation.Must have the ability to review, understand, package and ship material to exacting customer specifications.Willing to effectively give and receive feedback; willing to ask questions and seek direction, as needed.Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen (pre-hire & random).Prompt and daily attendance with reliable transportation is a must.Your team members rely on you.High School diploma or equivalent Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving machinery.The successful candidate will be exposed to weather and environmental conditions inherent to the manufacturing process.Some operational areas may require the use of a respirator, work at heights, within confined spaces and in areas where hearing protection may be required.Why work here? Excellent compensation, Shift Differentials, Holiday premiums Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Free private healthcare clinics for employees and dependents Matching 401K (100% match up to 6% employee contribution) Paid Time Off Company provided Uniforms, Boots, PPE and uniform laundry Gym membership reimbursement and other wellness programs Scholarship and internship opportunities for children of employees Training opportunities Carbide Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type:Full-time Pay:$30.03 - $31.52 per hour Job Type:Full-time Pay:$30.03 - $31.52 per hour Benefits:401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location:In person.