Mill Operator

AES Drilling Fluids•Pecos, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Superior Weighting Products is seeking a Mill Operator in Pecos, TX. We offer great benefits, a competitive salary, paid overtime, bonuses, and a stable work environment with advancement opportunities. We seek local candidates who want to build a career and join our great culture! The Mill Operator is responsible for ensuring the barite grinding facility meets product manufacturing demands and ensures the quality of finished products during their shift. This position will operate the mill, perform quality testing, and ensure product flow from mill feed to finished material ready for storage.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Forklift operation certification and work experience is essential.
Valid driver’s license and the maintenance of a driving record satisfactory to the Company.
Flexibility to work overtime or 10-12 hour shifts, including nights and weekends, and be on call (via phone) to proactively respond to the Company’s operational needs.
Ability to pass a background check, drug screen and fitness test.

Nice To Haves

Prior mill operation work experience is preferred.
Prior experience working in an MHSA-regulated environment is a plus.
Bilingual language abilities (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Operate mills to grind mineral products and properly direct milled product to the proper storage tank.
Maintain dust collectors to operate within mandated parameters, including manual cleaning.
Operate flash dryers within prescribed settings to prevent dryer flash-backs.
Maintain proper inventory levels in all bulk tanks.
Responsible for process control within the milling circuit to assure quality.
Supervise the milling circuit area at all times while the mill hopper feed belts are in operation.
Generate a written report of significant shift events and deliver to the Operations Manager.
Drain water traps on the air lines at least two times per shift.
Complete and submit all required shift records.
Perform routine lubrication on equipment, as instructed by management.
Conduct a monthly inspection of the plant, as instructed by management.
Promptly report to management any information that could have an impact on the process or quality of Company products.
Maintain all assigned tools and responsible for housekeeping on and around all mills and control room.
Load bulk when and as needed.
Perform all duties safely in accordance with Company procedures and applicable safety requirements.
Support and participate in the Company’s Quality Management System.
Assist maintenance department with mill rebuilds, as needed, and performs all other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager, Lead Mill Operator, or other Company management.