Utility Operator I
coviaFort Smith (AR)
$25.15/hr
ApplyAbout the role
Utility Operator Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets. Long-standing relationships with a broad customer base enable Covia's market-inspired approach to innovation to enhance solutions and customer benefits. Covia is looking for a dynamic Utility Operator who will have a positive impact on the Operations team at its Fort Smith, AR location. The Utility Operator is accountable to ensure the safe and productive operation of the plant equipment to produce quality product. This position works on rotating shifts and is a Safety Sensitive Position/Job.
Compensation: $25.15/hr.
Key Accountabilities:
Safety: Comply with applicable regulations and procedures. Accept personal responsibility for your own safety. Report all near miss incidents, unsafe acts, or situations and injuries immediately. Administer all facets of the safety and health policies. Operations: Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisor or team lead. Operate equipment in a safe manner, which is most efficient and reduces damage, downtime, and maintains product quality. Perform pre-shift and routine equipment and area inspections; maintain safe work environments in the facility.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED required. Kiln or ball mill operations experience will be given preference. Experience in heavy industry, mineral processing, or manufacturing will be given preference. Demonstrated experience contributing within a production/operations team to deliver against set targets. Demonstrated commitment to safety and health with previous experience in identifying and managing risks. Ability to operate computer programs as required. Commitment to Our Culture: Our core values - Safety, Team, Customers, Growth, and Courage—guide our work every day and will help us achieve our vision: Covia is the leading minerals solutions provider, and through the passion and commitment of our people, we enable customer success—ensuring a sustainable future for our company. All Covia Team Members are expected to: Live the Life-Saving Rules Build high-performing work teams Focus on customers Demonstrate a growth mindset Do the right thing, always At Covia, we strive for and support a diverse workforce as we firmly believe this lays the foundation of our success. Our compelling culture supports inclusion, individuality, and respect within the workplace. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to the most qualified candidate based on work-related factors and without regard to non-work-related factors including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or military service or reserve or veteran status. The organization offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits.
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