Stationary Engineer at Vantage Specialty Chemicals in Chicago, IL

Summary: Vantage Specialty Chemicals is a company that provides natural solutions to technical performance and marketing needs through chemistry and application expertise. They are seeking a Stationary Engineer to maintain the safe and efficient operation of the boiler house, ensuring optimal steam and air delivery while adhering to safety and quality standards. Responsibilities: - Operation of the boiler house (which includes tanks, pumps, compressors, lines, valves, and all equipment within the plant) in a safe manner in line with agreed procedures - Proper communication and documentation as required for the operation of the plant to always ensure maximum output and quality of product when in operation - Inventory control in the Caustic and Hydrochloric acid tank farms and all other chemicals involved with the process - Maintains a high level of housekeeping in the work area including the caustic and acid tank farm - Make appropriate adjustments to the equipment used in the process to maintain required steam quality and maximize efficiency - Immediately report any accidents or hazardous incidents and prepare the plant for maintenance using proper LOTO and SWP (Safe Work Permit) procedures when required - Perform regular plant safety inspections/ audits and write/enters work orders for all required repairs - Responsible for providing training to new and/or relief personnel - Utilize computer control and monitoring systems so that proper setpoint adjustments and related process peripheries are correctly adjusted to assure standard operation, quality and efficiency - Perform analytical measures as required to always assure demineralized water quality and steam blowdown amount - Perform any other non-routine duties as directed by management or supervision Required Qualifications: - H.S. Diploma or GED – must be able to read, write, and communicate verbally - City of Chicago Stationary Engineers License - Minimum of one year experience operating high pressure steam boilers - Knowledge and experience in using personal computers and computer-run equipment Required Skills: Stationary Engineers License, High pressure steam boilers Important Skills: Computer control systems, Water treatment knowledge Nice-to-Have Skills: Training skills, Communication skills Benefits: Life and AD&D insurance, Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance, Short- and long-term disability, EAP, Paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Medical, dental, vision, and pension offered through the United Food & Commercial Workers International Union Local 1546.