General Operator

Covia; Pardeeville (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent healthcare benefits

401K with company matching

Paid time off + holidays

Disability plans and Life/AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Covia is seeking a dynamic General Operator to join the Operations team at its Portage, WI location. The role focuses on complying with MSHA regulations, operating equipment safely, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a demanding industrial environment.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic data entry and computer skills, and the ability to work physically in mining operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in an industrial environment is a plus.
• Basic computer skills and data entry are required.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is a plus.
• Previous experience within mining operations a plus.
• Must possess the ability to perform in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the CFR and procedures applying to the worker or person that are part of a safety and health management system for the mine.
• Carry out the activities in a way that does not expose the worker or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk
• 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
• Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary
• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned

Skills

Data entry

Computer basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Covia responsibly provides minerals solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation. Long-standing relationships with a broad customer base enable Covia's market-inspired approach to innovation to enhance solutions and customer benefits. Underpinning these strengths is an unwavering commitment to safety and to sustainable development, further enhancing the value that Covia delivers to all its stakeholders.

Covia is looking for a dynamic General Operator who will have a positive impact on the Operations team at its Portage, WI. location.

The successful candidate will have the following Key Accountabilities:

• Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and procedures applying to the worker or person that are part of a safety and health management system for the mine
• Carry out the activities in a way that does not expose the worker or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk
• 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
• Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary
• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned

The successful incumbent will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Previous experience in an industrial environment is a plus
• Basic computer skills and data entry are required
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is a plus
• Previous experience within mining operations a plus
• Must possess the ability to perform in a physically demanding environment

Commitment to Our Culture

Our core values - Safety, Team, Customers, Growth, and Courage-guide our work every day and will help us achieve our vision: Covia is the leading minerals solutions provider, and through the passion and commitment of our people, we enable customer success-ensuring a sustainable future for our company.

• Live the Life-Saving Rules
• Build high-performing work teams
• Focus on customers
• Demonstrate a growth mindset
• Do the right thing, always

At Covia, we strive for and support a diverse workforce as we firmly believe this lays the foundation of our success. Our compelling culture supports inclusion, individuality, and respect within the workplace. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to the most qualified candidate based on work-related factors and without regard to non-work-related factors including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or military service or reserve or veteran status.

The organization offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits.

Benefits:

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.