ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal.  ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize.  The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

 

 

OVERVIEW

The Process Technician is responsible for ensuring that sugar is boiled to specifications of size, quality, and uniformity.

 

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Boils granulated or brilliant sugar or sweetwater in vacuum pans as assigned. Feeds proper liquors into and distributes sugar mass and syrups properly Cleans pan with steam after each cycle by turning valve. Opens and closes steam valves, foot valves, condenser water valves, vacuum valves, liquor valves, back valves, etc. Directs the flow of desired grade liquor or sweetwater into pan. Observes, sets, and adjusts control instruments. Starts and stops pan agitator, as required. Observes syrup in pan and frequently takes samples using proof stick and glass plate, observes and feels sample to determine proper grain, adds seed sugar when proper density is reached; takes brix readings. Performs other sampling activity as directed. Starts and stops pumps and motors. Adjusts temperature to proper degree; places pan on automatic vacuum and feed control using tightness control; adjusts manually as deemed necessary to bring mass to a specified consistency. Notifies Boiler House when steam is or is not required for equipment.•Injects and boils pans with cleaning solution for scale removal; removes, cleans, and replaces strainers as directed using necessary tools. Receives, labels, and transports samples as directed. Washes empty containers. Maintains written records as required. Sometimes required to climb to top of pan in order to use cold water spray to clean pan. Observes level indicator boards to ensure proper levels and to avoid overflow and prevent pans from drawing air. Controls levels in mixers and tanks. Follow necessary procedures in starting up and shutting down. Distributes sugar mass from pan to specified mixer by opening valves. Washes, cleans, and descales equipment. Performs all jobs in accordance with established safety practices and sanitation standards.

 

WORK EXPERIENCES

At least 1-year previous experience in an industrial setting required Previous experience in process operations/refinery operations is preferred

 

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent is required Associate’s degree in Industrial Technology (Process Technology) is preferred

 

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

Candidate must be able to:

Judge density and crystal size by visual inspection Read gauges, thermostats, and meters Regulate and adjust valves for proper flow Maintain simple records Pay attention to detail Stand, walk, sit, and climb

 

HOURLY RATE:

Starting  Rate: $29.88 Paid sick days and vacation after 90 day probationary period.

 

LOCATION:

Chalmette, Louisiana

 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.