Operator - Plant (Winnemucca, Nevada)

About Orica

At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.

Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilize vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation, and reimagining the way we work.

Orica USA Inc. has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023.

Cyanco is the newest member of the Orica Orica Specialty Mining Chemicals team.

Formed in 1990, Cyanco has grown from a regional chemical producer in Nevada to a global supplier - manufacturing and delivering sodium cyanide around the world.

About the role

This position is responsible for operations regarding rail and freight loading and unloading, as well as basic process equipment. With high priorities placed on safety and health, protection of the environment and economics, convert raw materials into liquid sodium cyanide and ensure timely shipments to the customers.

What you will be doing

• Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure constant product flow.

• Record operating data such as products and quantities pumped, gauge readings, and operating times, manually or using computers.

• Check conditions and weights of vessels to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures.

• Rail car groundwork - connecting and disconnecting couplers and air lines and spotting for the railcar mover.

• Set manual brakes on rail cars.

• Provide grounds keeping services, such as clearing weeds.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will bring

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) - Mandatory.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Basic computer skills required.

• Continuous successful completion of Cyanco safety training courses and any other courses deemed appropriate by Cyanco.

Role dimensions

Physical Requirements

• Ascending or descending stairs, ramps and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.

• Substantial movements (motion) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive manner.

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects.

• Ability to sustain prolonged use of a Computer.

• Ability to drive at night

Working Environment

• Outdoors and indoor environment with adequate ventilation.

• Possible fumes or airborne particles with air contamination (i.e., dust, fume, smoke, etc.)Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided for all employees.

• Moderate noise level working in close proximity to pieces of equipment. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided for all employees.

Your qualifications

• Professional Maturity.

• Responsibility.

• Communication.

• Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge.

• Collaboration and Partnership.

• Problem Solving.

• Integrity and Respect.

• Teamwork.

• Quality.

• Accountability.

• Safety Driven.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Nearest Major Market: Reno