Production Operator Utility

Lhoist•Nolanville, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Lhoist North America, our core values or Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words. We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us. We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey. Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America. POSITION SUMMARY: This role is to preform duties to ensure a neat, clean, and orderly plant condition is always present. A production utility is the third line of defense to maintain all procedures are being followed throughout the plant level.

Requirements

Industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
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.
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 callouts.
High School Diploma, GED Equivalent

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating heavy equipment is desired.
Knowledgeable of current environmental regulations and practices as they relate to the minerals industry.

Responsibilities

Plant Utility Upkeep of company grounds, property, buildings, and load out areas.
Clean bins, conveyers, spills, material from under conveyers and catwalks, and other cleaning duties as needed.
Use Mobile Equipment for cleanup purposes (skid steer, dingo, water truck, etc.)
Perform other duties as assigned.
Plant Operations Familiar with equipment capacity and load capabilities of dryer related material handling equipment on stone, dust, milling, and material handling systems.
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 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.

Benefits

comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time
attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service
educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development

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