JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Operates crushing and processing plant equipment in a production capacity. Operates mobile equipment. Performs quality testing of in process products. Works under limited supervision in accordance with established federal & state regulations and company prescribed work procedures and safety policies. Performs housekeeping activities. Performs minor maintenance of production equipment.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Has a proactive approach to safety and is motivated to correct hazards and propose solutions.

- Wears specified protective clothing and equipment, including, but not limited to, hard hat, safety glasses, safety goggles, hi-vis, and steel-toed boots; maintains good housekeeping practices; and follows prescribed safety policies and procedures.

- Promote a culture of excellence through fully implementing all HSEQ programs, demonstrating personal ownership and accountability, and supporting continuous improvement programs.

- Understands quality, role impacts, business goals, and customer requirements.

- Accurately completes all necessary work-place exams and documentation as required.

- Starts and operates machinery, including but not limited roller mills, pellet mills, conveyors, pneumatic blowers and dust collectors in a safe and efficient manner. Continuously monitors efficiency throughout shift.

- Insures proper connections are made to obtain required product from the proper storage vessel.

- Obtain and analyze samples in a laboratory setting as required and, in the manner prescribed.

- Operates mobile equipment including forklifts, telehandlers, loaders, and personnel lifts to support milling and crushing operations when necessary.

- Generates Certificate of Analysis (C of A) with test results for customer orders.

- Performs assigned routine maintenance on machinery and equipment as required.

- Keeps area(s) of assignment clean of spills. Cleans assigned area(s) on a routine basis. Coordinates housekeeping for assigned area(s).

- Completes daily production logs and maintenance work orders and all required report forms.

- Required to instruct or assist in the instruction or training of others; take additional training as necessary; and/or assist with the installation, relocation, and testing of equipment.

- Performs any other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience requirements:

- Forklift Certification/License preferred.

- Mineral processing, crushing experience, and/or knowledge of HMI plant production equipment preferred.

Knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics:

- Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.

- Demonstrate excellent verbal communication and listening comprehension.

- Communicate in a reasonable, logical, adult-to-adult manner.

- Possesses an excellent working knowledge of computer operation and demonstrates ability to perform advanced computer functions.

- Assist others with their tasks, accept coaching and decisions, and understand team goals.

- Ability to work effectively as a team player.

- First aid, CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED).

SPECIFIC ASPECTS

- Occasional climbing of ladders and stairs.

- Frequent standing, walking and sitting for long periods of time.

- Exposure to weather elements.

- Must be able to lift and carry 50 lb.

Wage: $28.50/hour includes shift differential

Mon-Fri - 3pm - 11pm (Occasional weekend work)