ERCO Worldwide has operated for over 100 years, focused largely on the production and supply of in-organic products along with technology for the production of chlorine dioxide. Today, ERCO’s major business areas include sodium chlorate, chlor-alkali products, sodium chlorite, and chlorine dioxide technology.
The ERCO business serves a number of key customer segments including pulp and paper, food, energy, agriculture, water treatment, airport de-icing, fertilizers and specialty chemicals.
Relief Operator
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary (1 year contract)
Location: Thunder Bay Plant
Hours: 42 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $36.13/hr (initial training rate)
Get To Know Us!
ERCO Worldwide’s century-long tradition of excellence has firmly established its reputation for providing reliable, intelligent, and environmentally responsible manufacturing on a global scale. As one of the largest suppliers of Chlorine Dioxide technology in the world, we are devoted to building genuine customer relationships and delivering innovative, sustainable chemical solutions that improve lives and the health of our planet. Grounded in our commitment to sustainability, we serve multiple industries such as pulp & paper, oil & gas, agriculture, food processing, water treatment and more! It’s our goal to make everyone’s lives more productive, convenient, enjoyable, and safe.
Our Vision (What we aspire to achieve)
To be the trusted partner for safe, innovative chemical solutions that improve everyday life and advance sustainability.
Our Mission (What we do and for whom)
We deliver sustainable, innovative chemical solutions driven by a steadfast commitment to safety, exceptional service, and continuous improvement, rooted in a culture of care that fosters lasting value for our people, customers, and the communities we serve.
Our Values (The beliefs, principles and practices that drive our organization)
Safety First - We prioritize safety, protecting our people, customers, communities and the environment.
Do the Right Thing - We are guided by honesty, integrity, and accountability which influence our decisions and actions on behalf of our stakeholders.
Together, We Thrive - We foster a respectful, open, and inclusive workplace where collaboration thrives, people grow together, and teams celebrate each other's successes.
Performance with Purpose - We achieve results by empowering employees and promoting a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring positive impact and long-term success.
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Join The Team:
ERCO Worldwide is looking for a Relief Operator to join our Operations team! The Operator is responsible to learn and build experience for the safe, efficient and environmentally sound operation of the R10 Chlorine Dioxide and R11 Sodium Chlorite manufacturing processes and utilities while working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule. They must have the ability to quickly responded to plant upsets and emergency situations with the aid of an Experienced Operator. This can require a high degree of physical activity and/or mental alertness. Initially, the Operator will focus on raw material unloading and sodium chlorite loading operations while they gain experience on an intermittent basis to operate the R10 or R11 processes.
The Role:
- Operates and monitors the R10 Chlorine Dioxide Process or the R11 Sodium Chlorite Process and all utilities.
- Completes all process testing, process logs and operating equipment inspection.
- Coordinates area activities with maintenance and maintenance contractors. Locks out equipment and completes all applicable Safe Work and Hot Work Permits.
- Regularly unloads caustic, sulphuric acid, methanol, sodium chlorate crystal and peroxide railcars and trucks on a temporary emergency basis when required. Regularly loads sodium chlorite railcars and trucks and sodium chlorate trucks on an irregular schedule.
- Conducts other tasks as assigned including general housekeeping of the process areas and receiving. May assist maintenance personnel during emergency repairs or unscheduled downtime.
- Participants in training on a routine basis. May provide training/shadowing of contract summer students but not final sign-off.
- Light maintenance work such as changing chemical filters require skill and dexterity in use of small hand tools.
- Operations cover several floors and require agility in climbing stairs, walking on metal walkways, tank cars, etc.
- Manual skill and coordination is required in the operation of forklift truck and rail car mover.
The Person:
- High School Diploma Required.
- A Background in Chemistry is an asset.
- Must possess basic computer skills required to enter service/work orders, use email and Microsoft Word/Excel is required.
- A good understanding of interface with DCS systems, SharePoint, assessing operating instructions and other process information electronically is considered an asset.
- Written and oral communication skills are key attributes.
- Mental agility is necessary to quickly respond to emergency plant situations; discern task priorities and monitor multiple processes simultaneously.
- Continuously build a working knowledge of instruments, DCS controls, manufacturing processes and equipment, environmental equipment, and plant utility systems.
- Job requires a moderate degree of manual skill to operate valves, pumps, switches, etc.
The Value You Bring:
- Strong health and safety mindset
- Strong relationship builder – collaborative, team-builder
- Focused and results driven, transparent, and articulate
- Drives continuous improvement
- Resilient – can adapt to changing environments/technology
- Proactive – takes initiative, creative, stays ahead of the curve, enthusiastic, inspirational
What you’ll love about us!
Developmental Opportunity:
At ERCO we believe in continuous improvement, not just with our processes, but with our employees too! We have an excellent L&D department who create and facilitate training courses for our ERCO University platform on all topics for the development of our people. We also help cover and encourage employees to take courses and attend conferences to further their knowledge and skillsets!
AI in Recruitment
ERCO Worldwide does not use AI-enabled tools to screen, assess, rank or select candidates in our recruitment process. Our hiring teams make all hiring decisions.
ERCO Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, developing and maintaining a diverse workforce in compliance with all applicable Human Rights legislation. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate for disabilities made known to us by our employees and applicants. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know and we will make every reasonable effort to meet your needs. This posting is legitimate and for an existing vacancy!
Get to know us more by visiting our website and LinkedIn page!
Applicants are kindly requested not to call or visit our facilities regarding employment opportunities. All applications must be submitted online or via email. For further inquiries, please contact our HR team at
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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
ERCO Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to recruiting, developing and maintaining a diverse workforce in compliance with all applicable Human Rights legislation. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate for disabilities made known to us by our employees and applicants. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know and we will make every reasonable effort to meet your needs.
