Mining Equipment Operator

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Taft (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

PTO and holidays

Health and dental coverage

Wellness reimbursement

Annual merit increase

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America in Taft, CA, is seeking a Mine Equipment Operator to join a 3-person crew. You will rotate between mining and operating milling processes, supporting the prep for hauling to the processing plant.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic mechanical skills, and the ability to work across shifts with strong communication and English literacy. PPE is required on the production floor and safety training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience operating mining equipment (loaders, haul trucks, excavators).
• Read and write in English and follow directions.
• Proficient on a computer and able to operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills and basic mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Complete process quality specs as mandated.
• Occasionally operate milling and screening processes and assist in maintaining elevators, baghouses and screens.
• Occasionally operate milling when not mining.
• Monitor waterflow throughout the plant and record data as necessary.
• Perform lockout/tagout and confined space entry; troubleshoot milling area issues.
• Run samples on product to maintain quality and understand specifications.
• Operate front-end loader, HM400 haul truck, graders, excavators, water trucks and tractors.
• Work across shifts, cover vacation days, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mining equipment operation

English literacy

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Overview

The Mine/Equipment Operator will be responsible for the mining and processing of material in preparation for hauling it to our processing plant. Of a 3-man crew, you will rotate between mining and running the milling process.

Job Description

Job Title: Mine Equipment Operator

Location: Taft

Department: Processing

Reports To: Processing Supervisor

Job Overview

The Mine/Equipment Operator will be responsible for the mining and processing of material in preparation for hauling it to our processing plant. Of a 3-man crew, you will rotate between mining and running the milling process.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for completing process quality specs mandated.
• Occasionally Operates the milling and screening processes and assists in maintaining all elevators baghouses and screens.
• Occasionally Operates the milling operation when you are not mining.
• Understands waterflow throughout the plant and monitors and records as necessary
• Knows and performs lockout tagout procedures and confined space entry including knowledge of alarm system and how to troubleshoot mechanical problems in the milling area.
• Understands product specifications and how to modify process to meet specs. Responsible for running samples on product to maintain quality
• Operates front-end loader, HM400 haul truck, graders, excavators, water trucks, tractors.
• Must be able to work any shift, help cover vacation days and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills & Abilities

• Desirable to have 6-months experience operating the necessary mining equipment. (loaders, excavators, haul trucks, water trucks etc.)
• Must be able to read and write in English and follow directions
• Proficient on a computer
• Must have strong communication skills
• Must have basic mechanical skills
• Must be able to operate mining equipment independently with little supervision.

This position requires presence on the production floor. Proper PPE is required when working in these areas.

• Must be able to function while using the appropriate PPE including, but not limited to:
• Safety Glasses
• Hard Hat
• Hearing Protection
• Dust Mask
• Gloves
• Protective clothing/Harness
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to hear radio and telephone communication
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be able to climb ladders up to 100 feet.
• Must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment

Compensation And Benefits

• Base Pay Rate:$29.00/hr
• Top Out Rate: $29.81/hr (after 90 day probationary period)
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Paid parental leave, PTO, and holidays
• Employer-supported health and dental coverage
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement
• Annual merit increase opportunity
• Career growth through operational exposure and leadership visibility