Production Operator

JOB TITLE: Carnallite Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

A Carnallite Operator operates and monitors plant equipment to produce quality products safely and efficiently. This position requires attention to detail and problem-solving skills to make adjustments and fix any issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Monitor and ensure the reliability of various industrial plant equipment, including, but not limited to: belt conveyors, pumps, and product screens

- Operate plant equipment, including, but not limited to: skid steers, forklifts, front end loaders, etc.

- Perform pre-shift inspections, as well as preventative maintenance and equipment clean up, to ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently, and report any safety hazards to appropriate personnel

- Monitor and optimize plant production in the control room, and make necessary adjustments

- Oversee the operations of the control room.

- Complete shift reports and required paperwork

- Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- High school diploma or GED

- Valid Driver’s License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Minimum one (1) year general labor and/or industrial plant experience

SCHEDULE AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

8 – 12 - hour workdays, rotating shift schedule. Schedule subject to change.

- Outdoors, in a non-temperature controlled environment, and subject to weather conditions

- Exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels

Employees are required to wear safety attire and personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

- Standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping

- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.

- Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, and potentially work at heights, perceive color differences

- Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity

OPPORTUNITIES

- Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance

- 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match

- Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules

- Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path program