Utility Operator

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Wyo-Ben, Inc is a leading family-owned business established in 1951, specializing in Wyoming Bentonite Clay based products. Our materials serve global industries including oil, gas, water well drilling, cat litter and more. Headquartered in Billings, Montana, with manufacturing facilities in Wyoming, we provide high-quality solutions worldwide.

Full-Time | Rotating Shifts

In this role as a Utility Operator, you will learn and operate a variety of plant equipment while helping ensure safe, efficient plant operations. This is a hands-on position with opportunities to cross-train, develop new skills, and grow within the company.

• Operate milling, drying, and other production equipment
• Monitor raw material levels, temperatures, and production processes
• Identify and address equipment issues before they become failures
• Provide support and relief for other plant positions
• Perform preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Communicate important shift information to incoming operators
• Work closely with production team members to meet operational goals
• Follow all safety, quality, and continuous improvement standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Manufacturing, plant, or industrial experience is preferred but not required
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Basic math and reading skills
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and strong attention to detail
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, machinery, and mobile equipment
• Frequent climbing of ladders and stairs
• Ability to work at heights
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift
• Regular lifting up to 50 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Must follow all safety and PPE requirements
• Reasonable accommodations are made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship.

We perform pre-employment drug screens, including marijuana, criminal background checks and fitness for duty.

Wyo-Ben offers a competitive starting wage and an extensive benefit package, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid holidays, and vacations, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match.

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