Hydrate Operator

Starting at $33.10/hour. Competitive Benefits Package. Rotating 12-hour shifts

United States - WI - Eden

The hydrate operator will use computer-controlled hydration systems and related equipment; maintain product quality; troubleshoot equipment to improve efficiency and product quality. Duties are usually performed during a 12 hour rotating shifts. Plant runs 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

• Operate computer-controlled systems for hydrator operation with a full understanding of the process, equipment, and associated controls & instrumentation
• Perform product sampling
• Maintain shift records of operational, environmental, and safety data
• Strict adherence to all safety & environmental rules
• Perform routine equipment inspection, lubrication, & minor maintenance
• Perform routine clean-up of assigned areas
• Assist maintenance personnel as required
• Tolerate intermittent exposure to temperature extremes, dust, noise, and vibration
• Work in adverse outdoor weather conditions
• Position includes a lot of walking, climbing ladders and stairs
• Assist in loading trucks, rail cars, bags, and other duties as directed

• High school diploma or 2 years of industrial experience
• Possess good math skills including four basic arithmetic functions and common units of measurement
• Possess computer skills sufficient to work with JDE, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Able to access and work in ALL areas of plant which include heights up to 125’ above ground level, and confined spaces
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or moving of 50 pounds minimum
• Ability to detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctions, and respond accordingly
• Knowledge of lubrication and service requirements of machinery
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate front-end loader, skid-steer loader, track mobile and forklift
• Ability and willingness to be cross-trained in other job functions
• Ability to work as part of a team and work independently
• Ability to fill in for other shifts; potentially nights or weekends as necessary
• Must possess the ability to read and write the English language to effectively interpret manuals, regulations, reports; must have the ability to complete various types of paperwork
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required

Graymont offers competitive wages; excellent benefit package and pension plan