3rd shift Hydro Operator

3rd shift Hydro OperatorMaking Better Happen Our story goes back more than 150 years, tothe windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet.From our success in Scandinavia, we've growninto the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employingmore than 4000 people all across the globe.We work with our customers to make theproducts you love even better. The oils we produce go into making yourchocolate extra creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it'snot just food - we work across industries to make products that are higherquality, healthier and better for the planet.Every one of us works towards our sharedpurpose: Making Better Happen™.Everything we do is about Making BetterHappen together.Join nearly 4,000 like-minded colleagues globally and build abetter future with us.AAK LouisvilleAbout the roleHydro Operations controls a chemical reactionbetween hydrogen gas, a nickel catalyst and steam heated oil to then gas hardento a specific melt point of IV. Once completed oil is circulated through apress with earth material to remove the nickel and earth material and thendirecting it to a storage tank for evaluation. The Hydro Operator isresponsible for maintaining this process by reading charts/computer systems,taking several samples, and switching valves/controls so the oil/steam/gas isgoing to the appropriate areas. The Operators are responsible for cleaning thehydro area, replacing press screens and keeping the product moving in anefficient manner as well as sampling and labeling correctly. ResponsibilitiesSafety & Environmental Performance Identify high-risk safety/productivity issues and help to remedy them.Support full plant wide compliance with safety rules to further our goal of 0 accidents and encouragement of reporting and correcting near misses. Encourage employees to look for ways to improve safety and production processes.Prevention and timely reporting of any environmental issues.Adhere to GMP's and other work procedures as to assure product quality and consistency to our customers.Prevent injuries by encouraging employees to work safely Work Requirements Take samples from the converters and run either melt points and or RIMultitask between 2-3 different convertersKnow the correct amount and type of catalyst to use for each productMonitor the stg. tank levels Monitor filtration system closely to produce clean, finished productAdd the correct amount of filter medium and take the quality and/or finished sample to the lab for testingCommunicate with the powerhouse for raising or lowering the make on the gas plant when neededFollow all GMP's for maximum qualityCheck pumps and line settings to ensure that you are coming and going to the correct storagePerform any and all tasks assigned to you by any member of the management team who provided the task that is approved by your supervisor.Manually turn valves/switches on tanks and machines to start and stop oil flow on tanks inside and outside.Monitor flow rates of oil and read charts and computer screensTake samples to lab; Label properly, Record movements in ITS and OISUse forklift to dump full hoppers; Replace propane tanks on forkliftSwitch out the filters and unclog any products throughout the building as neededCost ControlReduce the amount of rework by participating in employee involvement, process improvement and adherence to process guidelinesEnsure work is completed to customers specificationsContribute to the effort in controlling costs and minimizing waste in your daily workAbout youHigh school diploma or GED with some aptitude in machines and industrial knowledge. Must be able to climb stairs frequently, bend and stoop, lift 50lbs frequently, and stand/walk for long periods of time.Recordkeeping, reading temperature gauges, monitoring storage volume and contents is required. Knowledge of some basic chemistry and math is desiredIn return AAK offerComprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500We match 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3%Free Life and Disability insurance Employee Assistance ProgramSupplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance PlansDiscounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and moreCelebrations, events, and activities on site and supporting our communitiesRecognition incentives for service and peer to peer recognitionAbout AAKEverything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK's offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and a deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and with the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.AAKprohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation,age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status,and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state orfederal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of studentsin its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment.

Created: 2026-04-02