Equipment Operator

Minerals Technologies•Albion, MI

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services. Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers. We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly. Company: American Colloid Company, a Minerals Technologies company, is well known for establishing the global standard for premium foundry-grade bentonite and green sand molding materials for the metalcasting industry since 1927.

Requirements

Must be able to lift 50# from floor to waist.
Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
Must be able to climb stairs and rung ladders and not afraid of heights.
Computer knowledge very helpful
Must be very safety orientated for themselves and others.
Be responsible for his/her actions and willing to work on their own.
Can work with/cooperate and get along with others.
Computer knowledge a plus.
Maintenance background a plus.
High School diploma/GED
This position requires knowledge of process operations, quality systems and safety.

Nice To Haves

Computer knowledge a plus.
Maintenance background a plus.

Responsibilities

Operation of plant process is essential to a safe and efficient plant operations and product quality.
The position requires knowledge of process operations, quality systems and a safety mindset.
The position supplements and supports ongoing efforts of continuous improvement of all plant processes/operation.
Move Railcars in and out of unloading station using railcar tugger
Unloading of railcars into the proper storage tank
receiving incoming raw materials
Monitor coal milling operations and ensure adjustments are made as needed
operate blending equipment to process preapproved customer orders
assist with maintenance tasks as needed
perform clean up duties to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment
operate forklift as needed
load and unload bulk pneumatic trucks
perform all other work as deemed necessary by plant manager
Acts as resource and champion for department continuous improvement activities (Suggestion Program, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, problem solving, etc.).
Operator will be required to assist in all other areas of plant clean up, maintenance projects and clerical responsibilities as required.