Mill Equipment Operator: 2nd/3rd Shift, $22-$24 + $2.50 Diff

Lignetics, INC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating HOL

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (FSA

HSA options)

Educational assistance

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Employee heating pellet program

Lignetics SWAG gear and PPE

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

Lignetics, INC. is seeking a Mill Equipment Operator to manage two pellet mills, perform quality control on pellets, and test raw material moisture.

The role includes rolling mill changes with an overhead hoist, monitoring process conditions, and maintaining safe, efficient operation on a 2nd or 3rd shift. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs, stand for long periods, and climb ladders.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Requires working knowledge of all aspects of the production process.
• Must pass forklift certification.
• Requires lifting up to 80 lbs safely, nearly waist-high, and standing for up to 12 hours per day.
• Requires ability to use catwalks and climb ladders up to 30 feet high.
• Requires mechanical and troubleshooting skills to solve pellet mill maintenance problems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust 2 pellet mills.
• Perform QC testing of finished pellets.
• Test incoming raw material and measure moisture content.
• Perform roll changes on pellet mills using overhead hoist.
• Inspect the process to identify issues or problems.
• Maintain pellet mill feed rates and adjust rolls/dies as needed.
• Keep work area clean by clearing sawdust.
• Assist packaging, loader, and operators on the shift.
• Collect shift operator reports and complete daily Shift Summary Reports.
• Report and monitor incidents, accidents, and maintenance requests.
• Lead by example with safety-first mentality.
• Participate in down day repairs and cleaning of the process.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Forklift certification

Math calculations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Lignetics, INC. is seeking a Mill Equipment Operator to manage two pellet mills, perform quality control on pellets, and test raw material moisture.

The role includes rolling mill changes with an overhead hoist, monitoring process conditions, and maintaining safe, efficient operation on a 2nd or 3rd shift. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 80 lbs, stand for long periods, and climb ladders.