Area Operator - Production

Activate your potential – join NORIT, the world leader in activated carbon production!

Join us as an Area Operator in Marshall – a critical role ensuring the safe and efficient operation of chemical process systems and associated equipment. You’ll play a key part in maintaining production reliability and driving continuous improvement across the site.

• Operate chemical process systems and related equipment to ensure optimal performance,
• Execute Lockout-Tagout procedures for safe equipment servicing,
• Monitor operating conditions and track production progress,
• Supervise process operations using the Distributed Control System (DCS),
• Identify and implement opportunities for process and performance enhancements,
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement focused on reliability and efficiency,
• Coordinate activities across Acid Wash, Mills, Packaging, Warehouse, Bulk Loading, forklift operations, and Yard truck operations,
• Start up and shut down equipment using control room panels and terminals,
• Notify Central Control of malfunctions or process deviations and take corrective actions,
• Document process data, production metrics, and finished product information accurately,
• Direct Assistant Operators and General Services crews in production and maintenance tasks,
• Use CMMS to enter and track work orders,
• Participate in safety meetings and complete required training,
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment,
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required,
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a plant or manufacturing environment,
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail,
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment,
• Experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, loader),
• Physical capability to work in all weather conditions, stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and climb heights,
• Ability to follow safety protocols, work instructions, and departmental guidelines,
• Familiarity with Lockout-Tagout-Try procedures.,
• Competence in troubleshooting process issues and adjusting production processes based on QC lab testing.

• Starting pay of 24.42$ per hour.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) and many other benefits.
• Supportive and dynamic, yet down-to-earth work environment.
• A flat organization with short lines in which ownership and initiatives are valued.
• We support the development of our employees in the form of on-the-job learning, training and courses.

NORIT Activated Carbon is one of the global leaders and produces various qualities of activated carbon in its powder and granular form. Our mission - to be the customer’s #1 choice for added value activated carbon solutions in energy, environmental, water, food, chemical, pharma, automotive, and other industrial markets. We supply a broad portfolio of materials, know-how and technical expertise, complementary services and technologies.

We have established our global presence with manufacturing plants in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Italy and United States and as well a Global Business Service center in Riga.