Liquid Plant Operator

Rocky-Mountain-Agronomics; Burley (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Agronomics is hiring a Liquid Plant Operator to manage day-to-day operations at our liquid blending facility, including moving product, mixing to spec, and keeping the plant clean and safe.

You will unload/load materials, operate forklifts and mixers, log volumes, and perform batch calculations accurately. Overtime may occur during peak season; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or agricultural setting.
• Willingness to learn mixing equipment and forklifts.
• Detail-oriented with accurate batch logs.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Unload rail cars, trucks, and tanks; load trucks, tanks, and totes.
• Operate forklifts and telehandlers.
• Learn and operate mixers, starting with smaller units.
• Log transfer volumes and inventory counts accurately.
• Follow PPE guidelines and spill response protocols.
• Support maintenance by identifying fittings, valves, and pump types.
• Maintain plant cleanliness and assist with projects.

Skills

Industrial experience

Manufacturing

Agricultural setting

Tools

Forklifts

Telehandlers

Mixers

Job description

Location: Burley, Idaho Employment type: Full-time, hourly (non-exempt) Pay range: $18.00 – $24.00/hour, depending on level and experience Reports to: Liquid Plant Supervisor

About the Role

We're hiring a Liquid Plant Operator to help run day-to-day operations at our liquid blending facility — moving product in and out, mixing and blending to spec, and keeping the plant clean, safe, and running.

What You'll Do

• Unload rail cars, trucks, and tanks; load trucks, tanks, and totes
• Operate forklifts and telehandlers
• Learn and operate mixers, starting with smaller or simpler units
• Log transfer volumes and inventory counts accurately
• Select and use appropriate PPE; follow basic spill response protocols
• Identify common fittings, valves, and pump types to support maintenance work
• Maintain the plant and assist with projects and general housekeeping
• Operate large mixers — often several at once — with little to no direct oversight, and blend accurately to spec
• Perform all mathematical computations required to adjust batch sizes
• Work return product back into batches to use up aging inventory in straightforward situations
• Perform routine preventive maintenance (PMs) on pumps, valves, and seals without supervision
• Identify bottlenecks in the loading and unloading process and suggest throughput improvements
• Take the lead on small to medium plant projects
• Assist in training new employees
• Provide coverage for higher-level operators as needed

What We're Looking For

• Some prior work experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or agricultural setting
• At least one year of blending or plant experience/
• At least one full season of plant operations experience preferred
• Willingness to learn mixing equipment, forklifts, and telehandlers
• Comfortable running multiple mixers independently and doing batch math on the fly
• Careful, accurate, and detail-oriented — batch accuracy and inventory logs matter
• Safety-minded, dependable, and a good teammate
• Able to work extended hours during peak season
• Valid driver's license

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on plant role. You'll work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and temperatures, around noise, dust, and chemical products. The role requires standing, walking, climbing ladders and stairs, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Required PPE is provided. Hours increase during peak season and may include overtime and occasional weekends.

What We Offer

• Hourly pay of $18 – $24 depending on level and experience, plus overtime during peak season
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

Rocky Mountain Agronomics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities at any stage of the hiring process — contact HR Department.