Shift Operator - Plant

About Tronox

Tronox is the world’s leading vertically integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment and other materials that add brightness and durability to products you encounter every day. We are 5,700 people strong, located across 12 countries, and unified by a strong set of values that guide us in our work. At our mines and manufacturing plants, labs and offices, we responsibly transform the earth’s resources into products and opportunities that enhance lives.

Our vision is to shape a sustainable, thriving world through enriched and refined minerals.

The general function of this position is to operate the chemical processes within the assigned area in the base plant in a safe and efficient manner to produce a high‑quality product. This role is responsible for ensuring plant operations are conducted in an environmentally responsible manner and in compliance with all Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) policies. It requires working 12‑hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

The starting hourly pay for this full‑time role is $31.78. Tronox offers a competitive benefits program designed to support you and your family.

• Work 12‑hour rotating shifts, inclusive of nights and weekends.
• Work overtime coverage as required based on plant and shift needs.
• Safely operate and monitor chlorination and oxidation processes, including start‑up, shutdown, troubleshooting and emergency response, in compliance with PSM/RMP and safety, health and environmental requirements.
• Read and comprehend Standard Operating Procedures and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams to ensure safe and effective operations.
• Understand the process flow, production requirements and operating limits for the area assigned.
• Operate, inspect and maintain process equipment and systems, including chlorinators, oxidation units, baghouses, rotating equipment, refrigeration and utilities, while performing routine inspections, minor maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure equipment reliability.
• Perform material handling and rail operations, including safe offloading of chlorine railcars, operating track‑mobile equipment and completing required data entry in BNSF systems.
• Perform general housekeeping including sweeping and shoveling.
• Complete required training and maintain ongoing certifications and refresher requirements.
• Operate forklift and front‑end loader.
• Attend and participate in HAZMAT certification, First Aid and Fire/Rope rescue team training.
• Write notifications and complete work orders in SAP.
• Perform data entry and tracking using Microsoft Excel and Khronos MES.
• Work in environments where hazardous chemicals (e.g., chlorine, aluminum chloride) are present, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures and use of PPE.
• Consistently demonstrate Tronox’s core values.

• Must be clean‑shaven in areas where facial hair would interfere with the proper fit and seal of a respirator (no beards, sideburns, or excessive growth).
• Constantly ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, etc., and move oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments.
• Occasionally required to operate heavy machinery, power tools or motor vehicles.
• Constantly walk long distances from one worksite to another in extreme outdoor weather conditions, including hot, cold and rainy conditions.
• Frequently work in environments with regular exposure to titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment and ore dust, which may contact skin, clothing and PPE.
• Occasionally lift or move objects up to 55 or more pounds in all directions.

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a Gold or above on the ACT Work Keys Assessment.
• Three years of industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
• Manufacturing Basic Skills Certification preferred.
• Forklift operating experience preferred.
• Front‑end loading experience preferred.
• Internal candidates must have a MX or above on most recent evaluation and no active corrective action documentation.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; flexible…