Production Operator Utility

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role is to preform duties to ensure quality material throughout the silos, by following all safety protocols when sampling material and assisting with loading trucks. A process assistant is the second line of defense to maintain all procedures are being followed throughout the plant level.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

• Plant Operations
  • Familiar with equipment capacity and load capabilities of dryer related material handling equipment on stone, dust, milling, and material handling systems.
  • Responsible for continuously monitoring equipment and flow of material into the plant dryer. Responsible for the monitoring of operations of the plant Ball Mills and Roller Mill.
  • Assist in resolving production issues, troubleshooting, and adapt to changing conditions.
  • Perform miscellaneous duties such as removal of blockages, choked screws, elevators and conveyors.
  • Check in/out and load customer trucks for outbound delivery.
  • Perform light maintenance functions on process equipment as needed.
  • Perform all pre-shift inspections, run testing on all plant samples and truck samples.
• Inventory Management
  • Silo inventory measurements.
  • Ensure that different product types are distributed into the appropriate bins.
• Maintenance
  • Clean bins, conveyers, spills, and help clean out material from under conveyers and catwalks, and other cleaning duties as needed.
  • Perform pre-start maintenance on dryer, plant processes and mills.
• Environmental, Health and Safety
  • Perform all work assigned in a neat and orderly manner adhering to company and governmental safety rules and regulations including company lock out tag out procedures.
  • Ability to operate heavy equipment including haul truck, skid steer loader, utility wheel loader, man lift, and forklift in a safe manner.
• (SQF) Safe Quality Feed
  • All personnel will be responsible for the facilities' Safe Food initiative based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is desired.
• Knowledgeable of current environmental regulations and practices as they relate to the minerals industry.
• Must be able perform basic mathematical computations.
• Self-Motivated and must be able to work independently.
• Good decision-making skills regarding safety.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, limestone, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes.
• Access to a telephone and be open to overtime and call-outs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma, GED Equivalent

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of an apprenticeship program, technical program, or equivalent experience in industrial background

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive total rewards package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive total rewards package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.