Plant Operator

VetJobs • Lakeview, OR

26d • $18 - $22

About The Position

The Plant Operator supports plant operations, including grinding, material handling, and pollution-control equipment and processes. Success in the role relies on effective mechanical, electrical, process, and support-system skills. The operator works with Vertical Roller Mills and associated process equipment, monitors and records silo inventory, communicates operational and maintenance issues, and helps ensure production, quality, maintenance, and safety requirements are met. The role also includes operating mobile and heavy equipment as needed, assisting with maintenance and troubleshooting, maintaining housekeeping standards, and supporting coworkers through coaching and shift handovers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Training or certification in a relevant skill or trade.
• At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Respond promptly to customer needs.
• Contribute to a positive team spirit.
• Follow policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Follow instructions and respond to management direction.
• Show initiative and volunteer readily.
• Use time efficiently and plan and organize work.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and meet productivity standards.
• Observe safety and security procedures and use equipment and materials properly.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits and help create a zero-injury safety culture.
• Assist with plant operations, particularly the Vertical Roller Mill and associated process equipment, following written, verbal, or diagram instructions.
• Monitor and record daily levels of ground Bottom Ash and Fly Ash in silos.
• Communicate maintenance and operational issues to the Lead Operator, Operations Manager, and other line support.
• Ensure compliance with production, quality, and maintenance processes and work being performed.
• Attend regular safety meetings, follow safety guidelines, and conduct shift handover meetings.
• Operate small utility mobile equipment on site when required and heavy equipment where necessary.
• Perform or assist with maintenance on process equipment and facilities as directed by plant management.
• Maintain housekeeping and work areas to facility standards.
• Perform mechanical and process troubleshooting.
• Provide peer coaching discussions to correct issues.
• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
• Maintain regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Benefits

• Opportunity for annual bonus.
• 401(k) plan and group retirement savings program.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off: 80 hours accrued per calendar year, prorated in the first year.
• Paid Sick Time: 40 hours per calendar year.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for growth, development, and internal promotion.

What This Job Offers

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