December 2, 2024 The Albemarle Foundation awarded grants to celebrate the City of Kings Mountain's 150th anniversary and invest in its future. Twenty-one organizations were awarded grants, prioritizing initiatives that are seeking to advance workforce readiness and community resilience: , Earl Scruggs Center, Support will go toward the "Healing Waters: A History of Cleveland County’s Mineral Springs" exhibit, which explores the history of medical tourism in Cleveland County , Washington Outreach Ministries, Assistance to combat hunger through education, advocacy, partnerships, and distribution of food and essential resources to those most in need , Kings Mountain Crisis Ministry, Provide critical assistance to vulnerable residents of Kings Mountain facing financial crises, including help with utility bills, rent, food and clothing , Cleveland County Cares, Resources will bolster the iSMILE program, addressing the social, economic and environmental needs of underserved and isolated elderly residents in the community , Kings Mountain Rotary Foundation- Boy Scout Troop 92, Funding to enable the purchase of canoes and supplies for annual scouting trips and leadership development experiences , Cleveland County Habitat for Humanity, Technology enhancements and security upgrades for staff equipment and ReStore building , Feeding Kids Cleveland County, Contributions will provide food and book boxes during school breaks and weekend food bags for students living in food-insecure homes across Cleveland County , Boys & Girls Club of Cleveland County, Expansion of after-school and summer enrichment programming across two sites serving Kings Mountain students , Kings Mountain YMCA, Resources to strengthen after-school programming by expanding opportunities for children ages 5-12, in collaboration with offsite organizations to address growing community needs , Communities in Schools of Cleveland County, Assistance for relationship-building programs to students at four locations, offering services for basic needs, healthcare, mental health, tutoring and other support to eliminate barriers to success , Cleveland County Board of Education, Support for "Launching Literacy Leaders," an innovative kindergarten orientation day which combines early literacy activities with future-ready workforce skills , Cleveland County Board of Education, Support to strengthen the Cleveland County Career and Technical Education Work-Based Learning Internship Program, providing valuable opportunities for high school students , Cleveland County Crime Stoppers, Contributions will fund programming that promotes community safety and fosters a secure environment for living, working and recreation , Piedmont Council Boy Scouts of America, Financial support for Cleveland County scouts attending summer camp , The W.A. Mauney Historic Home Foundation, Support will facilitate the restoration of the Historic W.A. Mauney Homeplace in Kings Mountain , Hospice of Cleveland County, Resources will enhance critical infrastructure to ensure the delivery of top-quality care for hospice patients , Justice Ministries, Assistance for the local expansion of support for survivors of human trafficking and sexual exploitation , Healthcare Foundation of Cleveland County, Funding for the establishment of four life jacket loaner stations to promote water safety in Cleveland County , Gabe Devoe Foundation, Enhance programming that improves literacy skills and fosters a love of reading among young students in underserved communities , Children’s Cancer Partners of The Carolinas Inc, Support will provide comprehensive resources and compassionate care for Cleveland County families whose children are battling cancer , Kings Mountain Scholarship Fund, Aid will fund a scholarship for a deserving Kings Mountain High School student
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Be an essential element to a brighter future. We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet. , Job Description, Core Work – Principal Function of Role, The Operations Engineer primarily functions as a technical resource and support role leveraging knowledge and technical skills related to chemistry and engineering to ensure that assigned production units are operating safely as designed and permitted with a continuous improvement mindset., Accountabilities – Provide leadership to:, Ensure that assigned production units are operating as designed (production rate, quality, raw material utilizations) Support the continuous improvement of assigned production units Ensure all Environmental and PSM obligations are fulfilled for assigned production units Support site-wide HS&E and CI initiatives, Key Activities and Responsibilities, Learn the process design, constraints/limitations, regulatory and permit conditions, common causes of process upsets, and past/present/future improvement plans to function as the process expert for assigned production units Provide primary support to resolve process upsets to reach production targets and minimize waste Track daily production volumes and downtime in site OEE system Track raw…, Key Performance Indicators, Units achieve monthly production targets at designed raw material utilizations within set quality specifications, and all final product shipments leave the plant on schedule Zero non-conformances of PSM requirements and minimal MOCs, incident reports, and corrective actions > 1 year old Assigned units realize production rate, reliability, cost, and quality improvements that impact overall…, Essential Qualifications, B.S. or higher degree in Chemical Engineering or related field. Few years of experience in manufacturing facility (within Chemical Industry) is desirable. Experience in manufacturing facility (Chemical Industry preferred) that runs 24/7, 365 Strong problem-solving skills and technical ability. Strong time management, organization, interpersonal, and communication skills. Working understanding of…, Critical Partnerships, Area and Shift Supervisors – Collaborate on resolution of process upsets, generation/implementation of process improvements (technical focus), and support and approval of equipment preparation effectiveness for maintenance. Technical Advisor – Consult for additional assistance/support for resolution of process upsets and generation/implementation of process improvement ideas. Product Managers –…, Note for internal applicants: This role supports area 1., We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.
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