Plant Operator I: Bulk Materials & Packaging

Colonial Group; Garden City (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group, Inc. is seeking a Plant Operator I at the Garden City, GA facility. The role involves receiving, handling and packaging dry bulk products, unloading railcars and vessels, and preparing materials for bulk shipment or packaging.

Flex shifts may be required during vessel cargo receipt. Candidates should have general labor and equipment operation experience, including forklift handling, to support safe and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Must follow all safety protocols and procedures.
• Good communication skills.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Ability to work flexible shifts during vessel operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate bagging equipment to package kaolin clay into one-metric-ton bags.
• Stack bags in the warehouse and load bags into containers using a forklift.
• Set up terminal equipment to fill storage silos from vessels or railcars.
• Perform rail receiving duties, including opening and closing railcar discharge doors.
• Pull product samples from railcars or vessels for quality control.
• Operate terminal ship and railcar unloading equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe working conditions.
• Work in warehouse and outdoor environments.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attendance

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Colonial Group, Inc. is seeking a Plant Operator I at the Garden City, GA facility. The role involves receiving, handling and packaging dry bulk products, unloading railcars and vessels, and preparing materials for bulk shipment or packaging.

Flex shifts may be required during vessel cargo receipt. Candidates should have general labor and equipment operation experience, including forklift handling, to support safe and efficient operations.