Process Operator - Granulation

The Mosaic Company • St James, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mosaic Company is seeking an Operator for their Faustina, Louisiana location in the Granulation Unit. This position provides supervisory relief for the Granular production area. The role involves controlling chemical process equipment from an instrumented control board or other control station, monitoring recording instruments, flowmeters, panel lights, and other indicators, and listening for warning signals to ensure process conditions meet plant standards for safety and efficiency.

Requirements

• 1 year of industrial, manufacturing, &/or farm experience is preferred.
• Mechanically inclined and safety minded.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Experience working in a team environment is a must.
• Familiarity with an industrial environment is highly desirable.
• Effective verbal communication skills is a plus.
• Able to lift approximately 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to climb stairs and work at various heights.
• Able to distinguish varying or specific colors, patterns or materials.
• Able to hear, with or without correction.
• Able to read, write and understand basic English.
• Able to see, with or without correction.
• Able to use fine hand motor skills.
• Able to wear a respirator.
• Able to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour shift.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidate should be mechanically inclined and safety minded.
• Familiarity with an industrial environment is highly desirable.
• Effective verbal communication skills is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor recording instruments, flow meters, panel lights, and other indicators, and listen for warning signals in order to verify conformity of process condition.
• Perform orderly correction of any problems in a safe manner securing equipment and preparing for maintenance in accordance with the prescribed safety and environmental policies and practices.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing to direct workers engaged in operating machinery that regulates the flow of materials and products.
• Manually regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations as directed by supervisory personnel.
• Inspect work area, take lab samples, inspect chutes and conveyor belts, occasional use of sledgehammer, firehoses, etc.
• Be vigilant of issues and conditions that can affect their fellow workers.
• Report any issues that can impact the environment or the safety of the employees.

Benefits

• A competitive base salary + bonus incentives
• 11 paid holidays each year
• A generous 401k with a company match and annual company contributions
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation time
• A robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, life & disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Paternity/Maternity Leave
• Optional HSA plan with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees