Process Technician

Why consider a career at MLC? MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces and received an EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for our continued commitment to sustainability. We offer a highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation, with safety and sustainability as top priorities. Join our outstanding team at the largest lime facility in the Americas, mining some of the purest limestone reserves in the world.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan: Company matches a portion of employee contributions and provides an additional employer-funded contribution, regardless of employee participation, to support long-term retirement savings.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Reimbursement for 100% of approved eligible education expenses after six months of employment to support continued learning and career advancement.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay: Paid vacation and recognized company-paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Health Savings & Wellness Benefits: Employer HSA contributions for medical plan participants, a comprehensive wellness program, and $100 annually toward a gym membership.
• Disability & Employee Assistance Coverage: Company-provided disability insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health, financial, and personal support resources.
• Incentive Program: Eligibility for performance-based incentive opportunities aligned with individual and organizational success.
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities: Access to professional development resources and opportunities within a growing, global organization.
• Student Loan Reimbursement: Assistance coming soon.

About the Role

The Process Technician plays a key role in safely manufacturing, handling, and loading lime slurry products while supporting plant operations, equipment performance, and continuous improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload lime slurry and pneumatic tanker products for customer shipments.
• Wash, inspect, and prepare liquid tankers for loading operations.
• Operate plant machinery, mobile equipment, and production systems.
• Monitor production processes and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Support equipment maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects.
• Initiate maintenance requests and assist with equipment troubleshooting.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and comply with all safety procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to maximize plant efficiency, production, and reliability.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work overtime, holidays, and respond to call-ins as plant operations require.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work comfortably at heights.
• Ability to perform general maintenance activities and operate industrial equipment safely.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience operating manual transmission vehicles.
• Experience backing and maneuvering trailers.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of an empowered team.
• Commitment to workplace safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions for a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods, and beverages.