KMAG Processing Operator — Safety-first, Impactful Production

International Minerals Carlsbad, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

International Minerals Carlsbad, INC. is seeking a safety-focused Surface KMAG Operator to safely operate, monitor, and control processing equipment in the KMAG area to maximize product quality, production efficiency, and equipment reliability.

The successful candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, be dependable, and respond quickly to changing process conditions while adhering to safety and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Recent industrial operating experience in mining, mineral processing, manufacturing, chemical processing, or other heavy industrial environments preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations; basic chemistry knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor KMAG processing equipment and process feed streams to maximize product quality while minimizing material loss.
• Monitor plant operations and adjust equipment to maintain safe, efficient, and continuous production.
• Calculate process requirements and accurately record production and operational data from various sources.
• Inspect equipment to verify proper mechanical and process operation and identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and plant performance.
• Identify operating issues, troubleshoot process abnormalities, and communicate concerns to supervision or maintenance personnel.
• Assist with equipment start-up, shutdown, inspections, and routine operational checks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate and coordinate daily activities with supervisors, maintenance personnel, and fellow operators to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives to maximize equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

PLC/HMI familiarity

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

PLC systems

HMI software

Job description

International Minerals Carlsbad, INC. is seeking a safety-focused Surface KMAG Operator to safely operate, monitor, and control processing equipment in the KMAG area to maximize product quality, production efficiency, and equipment reliability.

The successful candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, be dependable, and respond quickly to changing process conditions while adhering to safety and environmental policies.