Operator

Sibelco; Spruce Pine (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco is hiring a Production Operator at the Spruce Pine site in North Carolina. The role focuses on ensuring installations operate per procedures to deliver a (semi-)finished product that meets specifications.

You will monitor equipment, perform quality checks, address non-conformities, and support maintenance and production data entry. The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety rules, and the use of PPE while maintaining steady production flow.

Qualifications

• Technical English – read and comprehend.
• High school diploma or equivalent (or experienced equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust installations according to procedures and policies.
• Operate pumps, open and close taps as needed.
• Identify and fix alerts.
• Perform multiple quality checks on products to meet process requirements.
• Identify non-conformities in the production process and coordinate with colleagues to resolve them.
• Control the quantity of products produced by each installation.
• Carry out auxiliary tasks in production per procedures and supervisor directions.
• Perform small maintenance and assist maintenance technicians and electricians for larger tasks.
• Coordinate with weighbridge operators and bagging operators to ensure continuous production.
• Enter all relevant production data into the required IT system.
• Follow PPE requirements and safeguard PPE as per safety policy.

Skills

Technical English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

OperatorLocation:SP CrystalAt Sibelco, we advance life through materials.For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.Are We the Perfect Match?At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.Job Description:Role Purpose:Ensure the installations perform the desired operation(s) according to the existing procedures and policies as well as monitor the installations in order to guarantee the delivery of a (semi-)finished product in accordance with the specificationsResponsibilities:Handle and adjust the installations according to the existing procedures and policies. Serves pumps, open and closes taps, etcFixes alertsAnalyse and perform multiple quality checks of the respective products in order to meet the requirements of the processIdentify non-conformities throughout the production process and address other employees to ensure qualitative productsControl the amount of products produced by an installationCarry out auxiliary tasks to the production process, according to the orientations of the procedures and their superiorsPerforms small maintenance activities and assists the maintenance technicians as well as electricians in large maintenance activitiesWorks in conjunction with weighbridge operators, bagging operators etc when needed to ensure continuous productionPut all relevant production data into the required IT systemEnsure the use of personal protective equipment and take responsibility for its safekeeping and conservation as provided in the safety policy manualAbout you:Lower degree in high school or equivalent by experiencePrior experience in a similar roleTechnical English – Read and comprehendEmployee Type:PermanentWhy Join Us?Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:Meet Our People: CareersLearn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn MoreDiscover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco prioritiesWe also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.How to ApplyFollow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X and Facebook to learn more about life at Sibelco. Submit your application in the Apply option.Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.