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Unit Operator

LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ 08648

Posted: 08/18/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Positions Job Number: 131904

Job Description


LK Jordan is seeking a dependable and motivated Unit Operator to join our operations team. This position offers a pathway for advancement into a Senior Unit Operator role and is ideal for candidates who are safety-focused, technically inclined, and eager to grow their career in industrial operations.

Job Summary:

The Unit Operator plays a critical role in plant operations, reporting directly to the Operations Supervisor and working within a designated shift team. This role involves supporting day-to-day plant activities, learning technical systems, and developing the operational experience required for long-term success and promotion.

Primary Responsibilities:

Operational Support

  • Assist senior operators with the operation and maintenance of plant process equipment.

  • Support daily operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and reliability.

Technical Competency

  • Operate and monitor equipment using a Distributed Control System (DCS).

  • Perform data entry and reporting using computer-based systems.

Behavioral Expectations

  • Adhere to all safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

  • Maintain a reliable attendance record and report to work on time.

  • Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping standards.

  • Be available for reasonable overtime and emergency call-ins.

Education Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience:

  • Prior operational or industrial experience preferred.

  • Familiarity with tasks such as hot sample collection, vessel insulation, flushing and reassembly, and equipment cleaning is beneficial.

  • Ability to evaluate equipment conditions and apply basic troubleshooting skills.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) Responsibilities:

Quality

  • Take ownership of assigned tasks and report any quality concerns to supervision.

  • Support ISO 9001:2015-aligned continuous improvement efforts.

  • Contribute to achieving site and departmental quality objectives.

Health & Safety

  • Prioritize personal and team safety at all times.

  • Promptly report safety concerns or incidents.

  • Participate in health and safety programs in accordance with ISO 45001:2018.

  • Support site safety goals and initiatives.

Environmental

  • Follow environmentally responsible practices.

  • Report environmental incidents or risks to management.

  • Support ISO 14001:2015 environmental compliance and site sustainability efforts.

Shift Schedule:

This position follows a rotating 12-hour shift schedule consisting of alternating day and night shifts:

Two-Week Day Shift Cycle (5:30 AM – 5:30 PM):

  • Week 1: Work Monday–Tuesday, off Wednesday–Thursday, work Friday–Sunday

  • Week 2: Off Monday–Tuesday, work Wednesday–Thursday, off Friday–Sunday

Two-Week Night Shift Cycle (5:30 PM – 5:30 AM):

  • Week 3: Work Monday–Tuesday, off Wednesday–Thursday, work Friday–Sunday

  • Week 4: Off Monday–Tuesday, work Wednesday–Thursday, off Friday–Sunday

  • Night shift includes a $0.50 per hour shift differential

  • Typical cycle totals approximately 84 hours every two weeks (not including coverage for PTO)
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