Plant Operator

Company Description

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies, worldwide. Serving these customers well is a passion and a commitment-one that the剤 people of Tessenderlo Kerley find rewarding, empowering and meaningful.

If you want the work you do to make a positive impact on the world in which we live, and work alongside innovative, quality-focused people of vision, Tessenderlo Kerley is the right place for you.

Are you a hands-on operations professional who thrives in an active, outdoor environment? Do you take pride in producing quality work, staying safety-focused, and contributing to a strong team? If so, this is your opportunity to join our high-performing team in Billings, Montana as an Operator D!

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Be Part of Essential Operations — Play a key role in producing and loading on-spec liquid fertilizer that powers agriculture and industry across the region.

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Strong Team Culture — Work alongside dedicated peers and leaders who value safety, work ethic and mutual support.

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Pathway to Advancement — Learn from experienced operators and build toward higher-level roles through formal and on-the-job training.

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Outdoor + Active Role — Work in a role that keeps you moving through problem-solving and operating equipment in varied conditions.

• ✅ Operate plant equipment and systems to produce and load quality product, including DCS and manual systems.
• ✅ Load liquid fertilizer into tanker trucks and perform outside operations including manual valves.
• ✅ Monitor utility equipment such as boilers, cooling towers and air systems.
• ✅ Inspect vessels and equipment, read and record instrumentation, and take product samples.
• ✅ Follow and enforce safety procedures, including hazardous waste handling, emergency response and plant safety programs.
• ✅ Support maintenance and turnaround activities, and understand confined space entry.
• ✅ Keep the plant and surrounding area clean,vény safe and organized.
• ✅ Communicate clearly with team members, supervisors and contractors.

• ✔ High school diploma or GED.
• ✔ At least one year of experience in a chemical, industrial or similar plant setting.
• ✔ Mechanical and technical aptitude, with strong attention to detail.
• ✔ Ability to work-layer a 12‑hour swing shift (days, nights, weekends, holidays) on a 7-on/7-off schedule.
• ✔ Commitment to safety and reliability in all weather conditions.
• ✔ Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders and work outdoors for extended periods.
• ✔ Computer and basic math skills; ability to follow standard operating procedures.

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Stability + Growth — Join a well-established facility with growth opportunities.

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Local Impact — Contribute to a critical operation that supports our region’s production goals.

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Team‑Oriented Environment — Ideal for someone who thrives outdoors, values hard work and enjoys being part of a close-knit, motivated crew.

Working at Tessenderlo Kerley

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and teamwork
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, equal to 4% of annual base salary
• Short‑term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance (2estatus of annual base salary)
• Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non‑taxable)
• Adoption Assistance:
  Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and parental time off
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program for you…