Utility Operator

Compass Minerals•Duluth, MN

41d•Onsite

About The Position

Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature's challenges for customers and communities. The company's salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 12 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products. Summary: Compass Minerals is seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Utility Operator to join our production team. In this role, you will be responsible for transporting materials, operating packaging and robotic equipment, and ensuring the efficient and safe handling of salt products. You will also support production goals by maintaining equipment, performing quality checks, and keeping work areas clean and organized.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Basic experience entering data into computer or handheld equipment.

Nice To Haves

One year of hands on Forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate forklift for receipt of materials, place finished goods into inventory, loading trucks or railcars.
Inspect Packaging machinery at beginning of production run.
Follow production schedule to meet daily production goals
Monitor production output to ensure quality and appropriate weight.
Monitor Packaging machinery for proper function and immediately report problems to Maintenance or Shift Supervisor.
Rework non-conforming stock including rewrapping and re-palletizing finished goods.
Monitor Packaging area for cleanliness and perform housekeeping in all areas in the plant as required.
Assist other Operators to make sure packaging area is set up for the next shift.
Perform routine checks for weights and amount of materials used.
Accurately complete production paperwork and equipment checklists daily.
Participate in Safety and Continuous Improvement Program
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.