Saddle Stitch Operator Assistant jobs in Killeen, TX

Lhoist is seeking an individual with mechanical knowledge of equipment and process needed to troubleshoot and make quick educated decisions for the well-being of the plant and production.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS :

• Familiar with equipment capacity and load capabilities of dryer related material handling equipment on stone, dust, milling, and material handling systems.
• Responsible for continuously monitoring equipment and flow of material into the plant dryer. Responsible for the monitoring of operations of the plant Ball Mills and Roller Mill.
• Assist in resolving production issues, troubleshooting, and adapt to changing conditions.
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as removal of blockages, choked screws, elevators and conveyors.
• Check in / out and load customer trucks for outbound delivery.
• Perform light maintenance functions on process equipment as needed.
• Perform all pre-shift inspections, run testing on all plant samples and truck samples.
• Silo inventory measurements.
• Ensure that different product types are distributed into the appropriate bins. Maintenance
• Clean bins, conveyers, spills, and help clean out material from under conveyers and catwalks, and other cleaning duties as needed.
• Perform pre-start maintenance on dryer, plant processes and mills.

ATTRIBUTES :

• Industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is desired.
• Knowledgeable of current environmental regulations and practices as they relate to the minerals industry.
• Must be able perform basic mathematical computations.
• Self-Motivated and must be able to work independently.
• Good decision-making skills regarding safety.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, limestone, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes.
• Have a telephone and be open to overtime and call-outs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION :

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE :

3-6 Months production experience in an industrial background preferred.

SQF) Safe Quality Feed

• All personnel will be responsible for the facilities’ Safe Food initiative based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
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