Plant Operator

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 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 safety‑focused plant operator who takes pride in reliable operations, teamwork, and doing things the right way every time? Do you enjoy hands‑on work, troubleshooting equipment and contributing to a strong safety culture in a chemical manufacturing environment?

If so, this is your opportunity to join our operations team as an Operator C at our Michaud, Idaho facility!

• 🦺 Safety First Culture – Be part of a team where safety, compliance and accountability are non‑negotiable and fully supported.
• 🏭 Hands‑On Operations – Work directly with equipment, processes and systems that keep the plant running safely and efficiently.
• 🤝 Team‑Driven Environment – Collaborate closely with our Operations, Maintenance, Contractor numai leadership teams.
• 📈 Skill Development – Ongoing training, certification and opportunities to grow technical and operational expertise.
• 🌦️ Stability & Purpose – Play a critical role in daily operations, emergency response and long‑term plant reliability.

• ✅ Oper Checkout the facility in accordance with company policies and all applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT and state/federal regulations.
• ✅ Load and unload trucks and railcars safely and accurately.
• ✅ Read, monitor and record local instrumentation and operating data.
• ✅ Troubleshoot equipment issues and make adjustments to prevent failures or unsafe conditions.
• ✅ Contain, clean up, package and label hazardous waste following HAZWOPER, RCRA and DOT requirements.
• ✅ Perform routine inspections of vessels ರ equipment to ensure safe operation.
• ✅ Actively participate in plant safety programs, meetings, inspections and hazard reporting.
• ✅ Support emergency response activities and mitigation efforts.
• ✅ Assist with maintenance activities, turnarounds, lockout/tagout, confined space entries and contractor oversight.
• ✅ Support plant projects including startups, P&, hydro‑testing and PSSR activities.
• ✅ Initiate work orders and assist with updating operating procedures.
• ✅ Operate plant equipment for snow and ice removal during inclement weather.
• ✅ Coach and train other operations team members, and help set the tone for work and safety ethic.
• ✅ Be available for callouts and consultation as needed, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

• ✔ High school diploma or GED
• ✔ HAZWOPER Technician‑level certification (required)
• ✔ Ability to operate boilers and follow operating procedures precisely
• ✔ Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• ✔ Working knowledge of pumps, compressors, boilers, piping systems, valves and fittings
• ✔ Understanding of Process Safety Management, Emergencyుంటా Plans and Risk Management Programs
• ✔ Basic math, analytical and chemistry knowledge
• ✔ Ability to operate motorized plant equipment such as forklifts, skid Automotive monitors, backhoes and track mobiles
• ✔ Strong communication skills and a professional, team‑oriented mindset
• ✔ Basic computer skills

• 🔹 Ability to lift up to પાછળ pounds and occasionally exert up to 100 pounds using mechanical aids
• 🔹 Ability脂 climb ladders and stairs, and work at heights
• 🔹 Comfortable working in confined spaces and high‑noise environments
• 🔹 Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators and SCBA when necessary
• 🔹 Ability to work indoors and outdoors in extreme temperatures and weather conditions

• 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…