Plant Operator Assistant

Unitek Solvent Service - Company Overview

Unitek is a locally operated company that has been in business since 3/1/1989, it has grown to be the largest petroleum recycling company in the state of Hawaii. In July 2019 Unitek became an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) where the employees have an equity stake in the company. Its main offices and recycling facility are located on Oahu and has locations on Maui, Kauai and the Big Island. Unitek collects and processes petroleum products that would otherwise be sent out of state for disposal.

Unitek has been in the same location from day one and has been continually operating since 1989. During the COVID pandemic, Unitek was deemed an essential service and was able to maintain its employee count and keep its employees working full time. Unitek strives to be the leader in the industry by providing its customers with exceptional environmental, industrial and recycling services.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provide a drug-free work environment.

Position Summary

Assist Plant Operator with daily tasks which includes operation of various plant equipment required for safe and efficient running of recycling facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive forklift.
• Operate and monitor transfer pumps and assist in the operation and monitoring of boiler, solvent still, water treatment equipment, drum and filter crusher.
• Load/off-load water tank, IMO containers, and tote tanks.
• Assist operator with all liquid transfers and material consolidation.
• Check in materials delivered in drums.
• Check incoming IMO containers and tote tanks containing liquid.
• Perform pre-check maintenance prior to operating equipment, as well as light preventive maintenance.
• Clean general work area daily.
• Be knowledgeable and in compliance at all times with company and governmental regulations regarding the proper transport, handling, and emergency response for hazardous materials.

Qualifications & Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using written and verbal skills.
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
• The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.

Benefits

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Paid time off
• Safety incentive
• 10 Paid holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical / Vision / Dental)
  • Premium decreases with years of service
  • With free family medical plan after 3 years
• Life Insurance & Long Term Care Insurance paid by the company after 5 years
• Free uniforms and laundry service
• Annual safety shoe allowance
• Professional development and education benefits
• 401(k) Plan