Plant Operator

Alpine Silica • Bossier City, LA

18d

About The Position

The Plant Operator operates machinery and plant equipment, including equipment utilizing PLC systems, and performs general labor such as plant clean-up. The role supports production, quality assurance, maintenance, and safe plant operations. Work is performed in a plant environment, with most work outside and exposure to inclement weather.

The position requires following direction and completing tasks in a timely manner, both independently and as part of a team. The Plant Operator communicates process malfunctions or irregularities to shift leads and the Production Superintendent, follows applicable quality assurance testing procedures, and assists with routine maintenance and repairs. Duties may change with employer needs and may include other related tasks assigned by the Lead Plant Operator or Production Superintendent. Reasonable accommodation may be made where possible for an employee or applicant with a disability, consistent with the ADA.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to two years of general experience performing manual labor, such as lifting and moving materials, loading and unloading trucks, digging and filling holes, and performing light mechanical or light equipment work.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in written and spoken forms.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to follow direction and complete tasks in a timely manner, with or without close supervision.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Sensitivity to confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Operate controls used in the production process or assist machine operators.
• Perform general labor, including plant clean-up.
• Operate plant equipment utilizing PLC systems.
• Communicate process malfunctions or irregularities to shift leads and the Production Superintendent.
• Comply with the Quality Assurance program and perform testing as required by QA procedures.
• Assist with plant maintenance and inspect equipment for high wear and potential problems.
• Assist maintenance technicians with routine maintenance and repairs, including greasing, changing rollers and bearings, and completing belt splices.
• Clean spilled sand from under tail pulleys or high-build-up areas, train belts for proper tracking, change screens, maintain polymer batching systems, and perform other assigned tasks.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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