Production Operator

• Full understanding of plant operation, equipment capacity and load capabilities of dryer related material handling equipment on stone, dust, milling, and material handling systems
• Continuously monitor equipment and flow and remove blockages in mineral process related equipment in a safe and effective manner as needed
• Resolve production issues, troubleshooting, and adapt to changing conditions
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed including reporting, cleaning, greasing and maintaining equipment
• Work in an isolated environment with minimal supervision
• Perform maintenance functions on process equipment which could include manual labor
• Assist with training of new employees and/or equipment
• Cross train in other production and maintenance areas as needed
• Silo inventory measurements
• Ensure that different product types are distributed into the appropriate bins
• 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
• Follow all safety policies and procedures & attend scheduled safety meetings
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Promote safety among co-workers utilizing Behavioral Based Safety (BBS)
• Perform all work assigned in a neat and orderly manner adhering to company and governmental safety rules and regulations and procedures
• All personnel will be responsible for the facilities’ Safe Food initiative, Safe Qualify Feed (SQF), based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices
• Ensure that truck drivers conduct business in a safe manner
• Provide general upkeep of the scale house
• Report any operational or safety problems to management
• Perform daily work place exams (WPE) including fall protection equipment, loading equipment, and all of shipping work space to MSHA standard
• Ability to troubleshoot production/mechanical equipment
• Ability to make small repairs including holes in chutes, flashing, cleaning out equipment independently before maintenance arrives, and taking initiative to set maintenance up for success on call outs/work orders
• Monitor production process and inventory decisions
• A BBS leader with safety committee experience
• Taking full ownership of plant operations/processes and constantly leaving team members set up for success
• Operate water truck and utility loader as needed
• Ability to read a meter and trouble shoot motors/shorts
• Understand sampling and quality process including the importance of retained sample and documentation
• Learn SAP preventative maintenance program and input notifications
• Complete correct WPE and know what to look for daily

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• 0-5 years related experience
• Manufacturing background
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, managers, and peers
• Multi-tasking skills with the ability to operate a computer
• Knowledge of MSHA rules as they relate to the position
• All personnel will be responsible for the facilities’ Safe Food initiative based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices
• 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 65 pounds
• Work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes
• Have a telephone and be open to overtime and call-outs

1-5 years related experience in an industrial environment

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match
• Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service
• Educational assistance