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Position Details:
• Position: Electrician
• Location: Ghent, KY
• Travel: None
• Shift: 12-hour rotating shift schedule. (Modified Dupont Schedule // during this schedule you will work 7 day shifts and 7 night shifts with 7 off days out of the first 21 days of the 28-day cycle, followed by 7 days off in a row, before the 28-day cycle starts again). This shift is popular with the Company employees because you will get a week off every month, and it allows you to plan your vacation days to give yourself 2 weeks of vacation with only having to use up 3-5 of your vacation days!
• Compensation: You can realistically expect your 1st year total compensation to be $108k – 113.6k
Base & Productivity ($43.34 – $45.50/hr, to start) $94,655 – 99,372
Average Overtime (10%) $13,522 – 14,196
Total $108,177 – 113,568
An important component of your Total Compensation is a Weekly Productivity/Incentive Bonus Plan that currently averages 140% of your weekly pay (and that percentage is expected to increase significantly over the next year). Raises are excellent and dependent on how hard you want to work on getting maintenance qualifications completed; hard charging technicians can earn up to a 21.5% raise (depending on what you qualify) within the first year or so for meeting qualifications on multiple plant equipment. Promotions provide outstanding compensation, which is why so many former military service members work here.
• Benefits: Company has one of the industry's most flexible and comprehensive health benefit programs (Medical / Dental / Vision), which includes wellness and health care spending accounts. Profit Sharing: each year, Company takes 10% of its operating profits and divides them up among all employees (except senior officers) - depending on company performance, this may be anywhere from 1% to over 20% of your pay. Company Stock Purchase Program. 401K: Generous plan that matches your first 7% of contributions. 3 weeks of vacation within the first year and 10 paid holidays and paid parental leave. Tuition Reimbursement: Company takes continuing education seriously; they will reimburse up to $5,250 of your approved educational expenses each year, and also reimburse your spouse up to $2,625 per year for a maximum of 2 years. Additionally, Company provides the children of every employee up to $4,000 worth of scholarship funding each year to be used at accredited academic institutions.
• COVID Vaccination:

Position Description:
• You will be responsible for maintaining electrical systems for all production and facilities equipment in the plant.
• You will work as part of a team to ensure that all preventative and corrective maintenance is performed in a timely manner.
• This position requires extensive electrical and electro-mechanical knowledge to repair the wide variety of equipment in the plant, and great mechanical aptitude as well.
• This job also involves working with engineers and other employees to develop new processes to make the facility more efficient.
• This position requires that you work in a steel plant environment, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter.

Requirements:
From a technical perspective, you must be able to demonstrate good electrical systems troubleshooting and repair skills, as well as a strong working knowledge of such electrical test equipment as multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, and clamp-on ammeters. You must have a demonstrated history of safe work practices and the ability to work with minimal direction. Be prepared to demonstrate the ability to interpret drawings for repair, installation and maintenance of complex electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and equipment. Experience with AC and DC drives (ABB Drives experience a plus), medium and low voltage switchgear, transformers, PLCs, and computers is expected.
Preferred qualifications and expectations for Electrical Maintenance candidates include:
• Sincere commitment to the safety of self and team
• Driven by results
• Sincere commitment to the environment
• Sincere commitment to the continuous development of self and others
• Sound analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Solid theoretical knowledge of electrical and electronic principles
• Sound theoretical and practical understanding of drives, motors, and hydraulics
• Proficiency with programming PLC’s, HMI’s, and drive controllers
• Basic mechanical aptitude and skills and willing to develop further aptitude and skills.
• This position must help drive continuous improvements in production tracking, process efficiency, and plant automation.
• Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Company; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Career Progression: Virtually limitless. Nowhere will you find a company more committed to the professional growth and promotion of its employees than within Corporation.
Keys to Successful Interview: Company looks for practical examples of your hands-on aptitude and skills. Demonstrate your “team” attitude, your ability to work well with others, and your desire for a good career opportunity not just a “job”. The interviewer will want to hear about how you did more than what was normally expected—how you went beyond the normal call of duty. They will want to test your knowledge—to have a clear understanding of what you know and what you don’t know. They will probe for your ability as a problem solver—are you solutions-oriented? They want to know how strong your work ethic is, and examples of your teamwork ethos. Be prepared to answer the question, “What attributes or skills do you have that will benefit Company?”

Positive attributes for this job will include the following:
• Safety – Demonstrate concern for the safety of self and others and is knowledgeable of and consistently follows all accepted safety practices. Has ability to communicate the importance of a safe work environment and the maintenance of plant equipment in relation to safety.
• Communication - Effectively expresses ideas and/or tasks. Clearly express ideas in writing and in good grammatical form. Has ability to convey technical information in a way that can be understood by all team members.
• Teamwork – Communicate and work effectively with others to accomplish tasks and achieve goals of the team. Ability to distinguish and align personal needs with needs of the group. Maintains focus on obtaining goals of the division.
• Judgment/Decision Making – Is able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting good judgment and responsibility with a timely systematic approach to decision making. All actions and decisions are in the best interest of Company.
• Initiative – Demonstrated self-starter, always looking for work that needs to be done and ways to improve. Is energetic and motivating to others
• Leadership – Utilizes appropriate interpersonal skills and methods to influence the actions and opinions of others in a desired, positive direction. Exhibits good judgment in leading others to accomplish the team goals and objectives
• Persistence – Must be able to maintain a positive attitude when faced with adversity and to persist in the completion of tasks despite the level of difficulty or frustration involved.
• Innovativeness – Generates new ideas and routinely goes beyond the status quo; recognizes the need for new or modified approaches; brings perspectives and approaches together, combining them in creative ways.

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Position Details:
Title: HSE Manager
Location: Lexington, KY
Shift: M-F Day shift.
Compensation: $100-$125k + 10% annual bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package
Travel: None

Position Description:
The Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager ensures that all required environmental reports are submitted to the appropriate regulatory agency and provides guidance in developing, implementing, and documenting required HSE training for site personnel. They act as a liaison with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies on matters relating to safety and environmental regulatory compliance and is a resource for interpretation of OSHA and EPA regulations. They will be responsible for managing and maintaining site emergency response programs and business continuity plans, manage employee health programs and worker’s compensation for the plant, and will also manage site security programs and initiatives.


Requirements:
Candidates for this role should have a four-year degree and experience managing safety systems and training personnel on health, safety and environmental aspects. Candidates should have a technical background for this role. Candidates should have strong people management skills as well as computer skills.

Job Description

Orion Talent, the nation’s largest military recruiting firm, is currently recruiting transitioning or former military professionals to be Service Technicians with one of the oldest and largest distributors and servicers of mining and construction equipment in the Midwest.

Position Details:
• Title: Warranty Administrator
• Location: Louisville, KY
• Shift: Monday – Friday, Generally Day Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Compensation: $42-55k based on skills/experience
• Benefits: Company offers an industry leading benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, FSA, wellness program, 401K match program, PTO, and multiple other fringe benefits.
• Travel: 0%
• Vaccine Requirement: No

Position Description:
Support customers and internal team members with administrative support for warranty claims and issues. Reports directly to VP of Service.

Requirements:
• Strong organizational and customer service skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication.
• Basic technical aptitude with ability to grasp communication relating to mechanical repairs
• Ability to utilize computers and office software systems.
• Familiarity with construction and mining equipment for basic mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to changes in work loads.

Job Description

Position Details:
Title: Machinist
Location: Hebron, KY
Shift: M-F; 1st Shift
Compensation: $ 28-$35/hr (Can increase with experience)
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package;
Travel: None


Position Description:
The Machinist is tasked with the machining, rework, and inspection of components used to assemble slides and spindles and manufactured precision parts. This position will use knowledge of machining functions to create components to specification of order to manufacture new product or to restore existing product to like new levels of quality and performance or precision parts as required. This is a demanding job that requires a strong mechanical aptitude, a knowledge of machine tools, constant attention to detail and the ability to perform very precise machining work to ultra-close tolerances. The knowledge and use of computers and software is essential.


Requirements:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. required with a working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
Two to three years’ experience in setting up and operating manual machines and/or CNC machining centers. Preferred to have OD or ID grinding experience.
Knowledge and understanding of G. D. & T.
Must have excellent mechanical abilities.
Able to read and understand complex blueprints and bill of materials.
Ability to use and read precision measuring devices.
Experience with inspection computer software and ERP systems preferred.

Job Description

Position Details:
Title: Assembler
Location: Hebron, KY
Shift: M-F; 1st Shift
Compensation: $25 - $40/hr (based off experience)
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package;
Travel: None
Vaccine Requirement: Not Required

Position Description:
The Assembler is tasked with the rework and rebuild spindles, often without prints. This position will use precision assembly techniques to restore the spindle to like new levels of quality and performance. This is a demanding job that requires a strong mechanical aptitude, a knowledge of machine tools, constant attention to detail and the ability to perform very precise assembly work to ultra-close tolerances. The knowledge and use of computers and software is essential.

Requirements:
Candidates for this role should have a high school diploma or GED with a working knowledge of algebra, geometry and trigonometry. Three or more years of experience in complex machine building or repair or similar work such as automotive engine/ transmission repair work, experience in electronics, programmable controls, pneumatics, and hydraulics are desirable. Candidates need to have knowledge of bearings, bearing functions and proper bearing assembly protocol. Need to be able to read blueprints and bill of materials and use precision measuring devices.

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Title: Quality Assurance Engineer
Location: Road Kevil KY
First Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 salary
Benefits: Full Comprehensive Benefits Package + 401 (k) with 4% match
Travel: 20% overnight travel

Position Description: As a Quality Assurance Engineer, you will be responsible for performing Quality Assurance (QA) oversight of the DUF6 conversion project to ensure organizational requirements are being implemented under the DUF6 Project Quality Assurance Plan (PQAP). The specific work assignment may include duties or activities to support the organization in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned: Assists in the development of QA procedures and related documents to ensure PQAP requirements are implemented. Verifies compliance of all operations with U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Orders, federal regulations, and the organizational PQAP. Aids in the review and reporting on new/revised regulatory requirements and impact on established PQAP. Studies scope and selected project documents from a quality perspective to confirm conformance with the PQAP. Performs supplier evaluations/assessments. Reviews and approves work packages, purchase requisitions, and procedures. Participates in project-wide system QA audits and surveillance of departments, suppliers, and subcontracts for compliance with the PQAP. Monitors indicators from all reporting systems from a quality perspective. Initiates condition reports (CRs) and non-conformance reports as required. Documents and reports any adverse trends and identifies corrective actions. Tracks the effectiveness of corrective actions implemented. Performs oversight on selected outgoing waste shipments for compliance with the PQAP. Provides technical guidance to lower-level engineers, technicians, and inspectors. Interfaces with other project departments to ensure quality objectives are met

Requirements:
• 3+ years of nuclear experience, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Bachelor's Degree (Science, Engineering, or equivalent preferred)
• Demonstrates the ability to apply organizational practices, policies, and procedures in performing a wide variety of related administrative tasks

Job Description

Position Details:
Title: Security Manager
Location: Paducah, KY
Shift: Mon – Fri; Normal business hours
Compensation: $90k - $130k based on experience
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package
Travel: None

Position Description:
The Security Manager is responsible for security, compliance and training within the company. They will review, analyze, classify and ensure proper handling of documents and materials. The Security Manager will need to stay up to date on relevant guides, laws, regulations and policies to develop classification guidelines and procedures. They provide training to staff on classifications and security protocols. They are responsible for evaluating and process security clearance applications and conducting background investigations. The Security Manager assists in the development of security policies and procedures and prepares comprehensive reports on clearance statuses and FOCI evaluations for senior management.

Requirements:
Candidates for this role should have extensive experience and knowledge with security procedures, physical security and document and material classification protocols and handling. Candidates should have knowledge and experience to conduct background checks. They should be motivated to stay up to date with local and federal regulations, guidelines, laws, and policies and procedures. Candidates need to have experience and/or ability to train individuals on security policies and procedures and provide reports to senior management.

Job Description

Position Details:
• Location: Louisville, KY or Remote (near a major airport)
• Travel Requirements: About 75%; you can realistically expect to be gone Sunday evening to Thursday evening 3x per month. You will be home most weekends, and when you are not traveling you will be performing technical support at the call center in Louisville.
• Vaccine not required.
• Compensation: $28.50/hr
In additional to your base rate, you will receive OT (paid at 1.5x base rate >40hrs. & 2x base rate >50hrs.
Profitability bonus (averages 6% of annual base salary each year) + daily peridium when traveling of $45/per day
Realistic 1st Year W-2 ~$65K - $75K
Realistic 2nd - 3rd Year W-2 ~ $85K - $100K+ (increased with OT as result of more travel after training). Most 2nd – 3rd Year Technicians make six-figures!

Position Descriptions: Field Service Technician
As a Field Service Technician with the company, you will be responsible for leading the start-up, commissioning, emergency service and regularly scheduled preventative maintenance service of equipment at customer locations. This is a very key front-line service role at the company, as you will be interacting with and directly serving customer equipment needs. You will travel to customer locations and provide the best customer equipment troubleshooting, repair, and training in operation and maintenance in the business. Every day you will communicate and coordinate information between the company and their customers to correct equipment difficulties using superb problem-solving skills.
You will provide the routine upkeep and regularly scheduled preventative maintenance and correct any equipment difficulties using superb problem-solving skills as needed to ensure company equipment continually stays fully operational. When you are not traveling to customer locations, your responsibilities will include quality control of equipment prior to shipment and technical phone support for customers (from the company’s HQ in Louisville). Proficiency on company systems and performance will lead to increased responsibilities for Field Service Technician promotions after your Technician Development Program and throughout your career at the company.

Requirements: Candidates must be excellent technicians with a strong electrical, electronic, and mechanical aptitude with the ability to work on and troubleshoot maintenance equipment. Candidates will be self-starters and will be comfortable working with people while troubleshooting / problem-solving or while training customers how to use equipment. Excellent communication and customer service skills are of utmost importance. You must be able to read mechanical blueprints and electrical
schematics. While not required, it is preferred you have some experience with PLC logic development and troubleshooting; company offers a PLC training program if you are not well-versed here.