Clay Processing Operator II: Dryer & Mill Specialist

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Mounds (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Processing Operator II to run dryer and mill operations, ensuring clay is processed to specification. Responsibility includes monitoring equipment, collecting samples, and adjusting controls to meet product specs in a safe environment.

The role requires basic mechanical skills, ability to read specifications, and strong attention to safety procedures. ON-SITE operations in the MD area with training for equipment like front-end loader may be provided.

Qualifications

• Must meet assessment requirements.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend product specifications.
• Must have basic understanding of process controls.
• Must understand all safety requirements and other communications.
• Must have good verbal communication skills.
• Must have the ability to use tools.
• Must be able to enter data into computer databases.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains the milling, screening and drying processes.
• Understands internal customer needs and specifications and takes action to meet expectations.
• Understands process of feeding clay from the shed to dryer and communicates modifications needed to meet specifications.
• Collects samples and performs quality assurance and operational parameter testing.
• Adjusts equipment operating controls to modify product properties in response to specifications, raw material properties, ambient conditions, etc.
• Assures standards are being met.
• Monitors equipment operation by observation of gauges, test data, or direct observation
• Sets up equipment for different product runs.
• Troubleshoots problems in the mill area.
• Assures all safety rules, regulations and precautions are followed.
• Assures areas are clean and free of clutter.
• Assists in maintaining equipment in the processing area.
• Performs daily routine maintenance of equipment.
• Performs basic repairs and works with maintenance personnel to complete other repairs as needed.
• Performs safety and mechanic inspections to maintain mill and dryer systems.
• Operates front-end loader and bobcat as needed. Training must be documented before operating equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical basics

Read specs

Process controls

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Tool use

Data entry

Decision making

Education

Assessment requirements

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Processing Operator II to run dryer and mill operations, ensuring clay is processed to specification. Responsibility includes monitoring equipment, collecting samples, and adjusting controls to meet product specs in a safe environment.

The role requires basic mechanical skills, ability to read specifications, and strong attention to safety procedures. ON-SITE operations in the MD area with training for equipment like front-end loader may be provided.