Chemical Plant Operator Seasonal - Devine, TX

Wilbur-Ellis • Devine, TX

15d • $20 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us! Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. “We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.” Role Overview: The Plant Operator is responsible for supporting day-to-day plant and warehouse operations, including material handling, equipment operation, facility upkeep, and basic maintenance support. This role is hands-on and physical, requiring strong mechanical aptitude and a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork. The Plant Operator works in a fast-paced environment and interacts with a diverse group of customers and coworkers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical ability and aptitude.
• Willingness to actively engage in safety and housekeeping practices.
• Ability to operate industrial equipment (e.g., forklift, front-end loader, railcar mover), or willingness to learn.
• Ability to frequently climb ladders, work at heights, and lift or move up to 100 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled, often dusty environment.
• Good math, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Willingness to work overtime hours during busy seasons.

Nice To Haves

• You have a high level of integrity and represent the company professionally.
• You maintain a positive attitude and professional appearance.
• You enjoy a variety of job duties and are flexible and adaptable.
• You are willing to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• You can effectively multi-task and manage changing priorities.
• You contribute positively to a team environment and work well with others.
• You demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when working with both customers and coworkers.
• You are dependable, punctual, and prepared for each work assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the movement of bulk fertilizer on trucks and railcars.
• Stock, retrieve, and stage packaged and bulk containers for processing and shipping.
• Operate material-handling and facility equipment such as forklifts, front-end loaders, and railcar movers, as required.
• Support repair, maintenance, and safety efforts for facility equipment by identifying issues and reporting them promptly to management.
• Work closely with the Processing team to ensure accurate and effective product formulations.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and organization through active housekeeping practices.
• Secure the facility at the end of each workday.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety procedures.
• Attend required training sessions and safety meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support plant and warehouse operations.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.
• Employee Benefits: Take home a competitive salary and benefits you and your family deserve – from 401(K) matching, medical, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, work-life balance and more.
• Purpose & Values: Our purpose is to provide the essentials for the world to thrive. No matter your role, every Wilbur-Ellis employee makes a real difference.
• Talent Development: When you grow, we all grow. We’ll help you forge your own career pathway through continuous learning and skills development, mentorship programs, growth opportunities, business resource groups and career coaching.
• A Culture That Cares: We are one of the largest family-owned, privately held companies in the world – which means as an employee you can enjoy the best of both worlds: The flexibility and close-knit culture of an independent company with the resources and reputation of 100+ years of business.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We strive to build diverse teams and cultivate an environment where everyone feels welcome and is treated fairly. We believe that the inclusion of all backgrounds and ideas makes us stronger and creates a community of belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED