Hydrate Operator

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• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

Hydrate Operator

MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world, and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team.

Operates the computer‑controlled hydration systems and related equipment; maintains product quality by performing various lab testing; loads product for customer shipment; ensures incoming raw materials; maintain plant equipment to ensure efficient operation; troubleshoot the process & equipment to improve efficiency and product quality.

• Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures. Attend safety training meetings as scheduled. Writes and adheres to all process procedures and work instructions and keeps all procedures and instructions updated.
• Operates computer‑controlled hydration. Functions as bulk loader for transfer of product to customers in rail or truck.
• Assures that product meets quality standards by controlling processes and by performing required quality tests and utilizing TQM techniques obtained through on‑going training. Obtains samples as needed. Ensures high standards of housekeeping in all plant areas.
• Maintains equipment through preventive maintenance, cleaning, troubleshooting, and repair work. Performs projects, equipment repair/troubleshooting, etc. as required. Troubleshoots process problems and implements process improvements.
• Maintains raw materials and supplies inventory. Coordinates receipt and ordering of raw materials, including originating Purchase Order requests to replenish depleted inventories. Generates BOLs and maintains shipping records as directed.
• Through training, develops a working knowledge of the computer control system to allow interface with IT and or Process Engineering personnel to facilitate remote changes, updates and troubleshooting of computer problems.
• Monitors operation of Dust Control equipment. Ensures compliance with environmental regulations and requirements for storm water and air emissions. Maintains records of spillage, waste hauling or other unusual events.
• Employees are expected to perform other responsibilities as needed.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of three years in an industrial environment required.
• Knowledge:
  Knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance, keyboarding and MS Windows required.
• Skills:
  
  Computer skills required. Strong writing and communication skills required.
• Abilities:
  Work overtime as needed and respond to call‑ins to work when the plant requires.
• Behaviors:
  Comfortable interacting with customers, vendors, and contractors. Self‑motivated and has initiative to work as an empowered team with on‑site employees in order to operate a safe and efficient plant, maximize production and reduce costs.
• Must be able to work the midnight swing shift: 6 pm‑6 am, 3 days one week, 4 days the next. Must be willing to work rotating shifts, overtime, and holidays.

Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.

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MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high‑calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service.

The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business. For more information, visit

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