163729 PLANT OPERATOR - Flint Hills Resources

Flint Hills Resources is hiring for Operators to work at our refinery in Corpus Christi, Texas. Successful candidates are comfortable working with new technologies, enjoy a dynamic team environment, and are self-motivated to continually develop themselves and share knowledge. They are adaptive and excel at problem solving, with a focus on continuous improvement. The position will require working 12 hour rotating shifts that include nights, holidays and weekends, as well as overtime when needed. Work is performed outside in all types of weather and requires the ability to perform confined space work, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus, and climb ladders to access stairways, vessels, towers and pipe racks. Please note that Operators climb heights of 50-100 feet daily and on occasion, up to 350 feet in the air to access critical equipment.

Our Team

Our employees are a dynamic group of refining process professionals that operate with safety in mind as the highest priority. We are comprised of several different operating teams, each responsible for reliable operation and optimization of their respective area/unit. We are proud of what we accomplish here at the Corpus Christi refinery - we are a key producer of aviation fuel to the DFW airport and are a respected community partner.

What You Will Do

• Performs outside operational duties
• Entry level position requires on-site training and certifications to become a fully qualified Operator
• Review, improve, and develop procedures to ensure safe and compliant operation
• Perform Safe Work permit process with excellence
• Excel in team atmosphere
• Demonstrate ownership and initiative to add value

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts (days and nights)
• Ability to work overtime
• Valid US driver's license

What Will Put You Ahead

• 2+ years of Refining/Chemical Operations experience
• 2-year college degree in Technical Field
• 4+ years of Industrial / Agricultural experience
• Military experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb heights exceeding 150 feet
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Apply a pushing and pulling force with torques exceeding 150 lbs
• Ability to work in high precarious places
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to work in adverse outdoor weather conditions
• Ability to work in areas that may require the use of fully encapsulated acid suit
• Ability to wear breathing air-Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline -delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf