The Ion Exclusion (IE) Helper is responsible for assisting to operate the MDS plant in a safe, sanitary and efficient manner according to established guidelines.  MDS is defined as the entire operation of molasses desugarization including shipping and receiving of molasses & all byproducts associated with molasses, and operation of the water treatment plant.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Works with the MDS Team to prepare the molasses and water for the separator including operating the molasses filtration systems. Maintains high quality water and molasses for the separator.

• Identifies and corrects of mechanical, operational, and electrical problems, requesting help if required, or may perform or direct other maintenance personnel in making repairs Diagnostic troubleshooting is required.

• Monitors Rosemont computer system; makes adjustments through a computer as needed.

• Collects samples from the process and completes and documents various lab analyses.

• Assists in ensuring all equipment is functioning and operating safely & efficiently.

• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

• Dumps mud presses and sludge presses in a safe and efficient manner.

• Dumps filter aid bags into precoat and body feed hoppers.

• Runs filter pad checks on industrial filters.

• Moves filter aid from elevator to 3rd floor MDS.

• Accurately completes all required reports and recordkeeping (maintenance and operations) in a timely basis.  Assists with the cleaning in all areas of and around MDS and water plant.

• Assists in submitting written reports for improvements to correct operational problems.

• Maintains a clean and safe work environment, disposing of empty bags and maintaining areas of around MDS and the water plant.  General housekeeping duties.

• Performs various lab tests and analyses related to product quality.

• Assists operators with special projects such as back washing resin, sample taking and troubleshooting.

• Cross trains with Molasses Loaders in order to assist when needed.

• Performs other work as required by Ion Tech.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Works overtime as required.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or a GED certificate is required.

• Able to read, write and communicate effectively.

• Forklift/palletjack Certification required.

• Must be able to reference, read and understand how to use MSDS information.

An Equal Opportunity Employer