Lead Operator
About The Position
As the Lead Operator, you will serve as the production operator. This position will operate in 3 fertilizer coating lines which goes from raw material to packaging, and then to warehousing. ICL Specialty Fertilizers has a manufacturing plant in North Charleston, SC. The facility manufactures controlled-release fertilizer brands Osmocote®, Agroblen®, and Agrocote®. The sites run on a 24 x 6 basis and shifts assignments are on a 12-hour basis that does involve occasional overtime, weekends, and holiday coverage as necessary. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for this position. Please note that, at this time, we are only considering applications from local candidates. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to North Charleston, SC to be eligible for consideration.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment or related industry.
- Willing and able to work 12 hour day and night shifts including occasional overtime, weekends, and provide shift coverage as necessary.
- Capable of serving as the production leader to ensure all coating and blending are operating as intended.
- Demonstrated ability to safely perform all project tasks with quality.
- The understanding and ability to promote continuous improvements.
- A fast learner of complex production environments with the ability to troubleshoot.
- Proven ability to multi-task while staying productive, adaptive, and self-motivated.
- Can effectively coordinate and plan with available resources.
- Must reside within a commutable distance to North Charleston, SC.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided.
Nice To Haves
- Experience and understanding of process control.
- Production overview experience
- Control room experience
Responsibilities
- Serve as the production operator for 3 fertilizer coating lines, from raw material to packaging and warehousing.
- Operate coating and blending lines as intended.
- Safely perform all project tasks with quality.
- Promote continuous improvements.
- Troubleshoot complex production environments.
- Coordinate and plan with available resources.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay
- Performance bonus
- Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire.
- Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost
- Inclusive benefits for growing families, covering fertility, adoption, and parental leave
- Generous Leave and FMLA policies
- Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)
- Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products)
- 401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service
- Crisis assistance available to support employees during unforeseen circumstances
- Employee Assistance Program that includes comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
- Student Loan Assistance
- Business travel reward points are eligible for personal use
- Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation
- Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
