SOP Operator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts routine sampling of raw material fed to the process facility.
• Forwards material to the control room for analysis.
• Obtains a shift composite sample and forwards to the lab for analysis.
• Continuously inspects 20-30 pieces of equipment in the assigned area of responsibility.
• This includes crushers, conveyor systems, pumps, idlers, gearboxes, and motors.
• Visually inspects belts for proper alignment and signs of fraying or general wear.
• Listens for unusual noises emanating from equipment.
• Makes sure temperatures of bearings are within normal ranges.
• Reports problems to the control room and logs all entries accordingly.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment, preventing product spillage and cleaning up accordingly.
• Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor or control room operator.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work rotating shifts.
• Education and Experience: High school diploma and previous experience or education demonstrating the ability to monitor equipment for proper operation and perform tasks related to maintaining product quality. Previous experience in a process plant in the mining/minerals industry is preferred.
• Computer Skills: PC literate and proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access to analyze and communicate information. Must be able to navigate an ERP to issue work requests and review inventory.
• Competency: Ability to interact effectively with others and work as a member of a team. Must have the ability to plan and organize a schedule that is conducive to position duties. Must have the ability to independently and effectively plan, organize, coordinate, and follow-up on assignments. Must be able to remain on task in a disruptive setting. Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; follows through on commitments. Able to follow communicated/trained quality procedures. Able to recognize and resolve issues affecting product quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Must communicate clearly and concisely. Must be able to accurately perform basic math functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Must be able to collect and accurately assemble data in a logical manner.