Production Operator I - 2nd Shift

About the role

Covia is seeking a Production Operator to join our team at our Junction City, GA location. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and productive operation of the plant.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisors
• Operate equipment in a safe manner which is most efficient and reduces damage, downtime, and quality issues
• Complete required paperwork in an orderly, accurate, and professional fashion
• Absorb and assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary
• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned
• Complete electronic entry of quality and performance data for the operation
• Perform pre-shift and routine equipment and area inspections; maintain safe work environments in the Mine, Wet Plant, Dry Plant, & Loadout areas
• Systematically start up area equipment
• Inspect equipment to ensure operating safely within parameters
• Collect and process samples, record results, and change operating parameters as required
• Check and maintain communications with appropriate departments
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area
• Ensure Process equipment is properly shut down at end of shift if required, area is inspected, and any issues reported to Management
• Operate Heavy Equipment such as skid steers, front end loader, etc.
• Comply with instructions given for safety and health of persons by the mine operator or a supervisor at the operation
• Take any other reasonable and necessary course of action to ensure anyone is not exposed to an unacceptable level of risk
• Be capable of shoveling on a continuous basis
• Be capable of working on all production shifts, which include, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts
• Be capable of walking on uneven ground and up and down hills
• Be capable of climbing ladders and working at height
• Be capable of wearing a respirator, safety harness, safety glasses, hard hat and other Personnel Protective Equipment
• Be capable of working in year-round outdoor conditions which include hot, cold and wet weather

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Basic computer skills (email, Windows, Office)
• Experience operating equipment
• Ability to use hand tools
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Willingness to work rotating shifts if necessary or stay over a shift if needed and is required

Skills

• Safe and efficient equipment operation
• Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual labor

Benefits

At Covia, we offer competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits including:

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits – medical, vision, dental
• 401K with company matching
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Disability plans and Life / AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Rotating shifts including 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.