Plant Operator - Night Shift

Pencco; Ennis, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pencco in Ennis, Texas, seeks a Plant Operator to maintain safe, efficient production. You will handle and monitor chemicals, record data, troubleshoot equipment, and work with the team to improve processes.

This role requires physical endurance, adherence to safety rules, and the ability to work flexible shifts including nights and weekends during peak seasons. Prior experience with heavy machinery and basic mechanical/computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods.
• Experience operating heavy machinery (forklifts, excavators, loaders, bobcats) preferred.
• Understanding of chemical processes and laboratory testing.
• Basic mechanical and computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload railcars, trucks, and tankers.
• Store, retrieve, mix, and monitor chemicals.
• Record ingredients, weights, and temperatures; input data into database.
• Troubleshoot production equipment and processes.
• Adhere to safety regulations and use PPE.
• Report accidents or safety violations.
• Assist in planning and improving processes and product quality.
• Collaborate with team for efficient production.
• Complete required training (Lyons trainings).
• Work flexible shifts including day, night, and weekend shifts during peak seasons.
• Assist with special projects.

Skills

Walk/stand/sit

Climb

Operate tools

Wear PPE

Heavy machinery

Chemical processes

Lab testing

Mechanical skills

Computer skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Job Overview:

The Plant Operator is essential to maintaining the efficiency and safety of production operations. Responsibilities include handling and monitoring chemicals and accurately recording data. The role also involves troubleshooting equipment issues, adhering to safety and quality regulations, and working collaboratively with team members to enhance production efficiency. The position demands physical endurance and a commitment to safety, with the need to work flexible shifts, including nights and peak seasons.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Load and unload railcars, trucks, and tankers applicable to the plant's operations.
• Store, retrieve, mix, and monitor chemicals used in production processes.
• Accurately record information such as ingredients, weights, and temperatures, and input data into the database.
• Troubleshoot issues with production equipment and processes.
• Adhere to all company, local, state, and federal safety and quality regulations including proper use of protective gear (i.e. PPE)
• Report accidents, safety violations, or other concerns.
• Assist in planning and improving processes and product quality.
• Work effectively with team members to ensure efficient production operations.
• Complete required training (i.e. Lyons trainings).
• Ability to work collaboratively to improve processes and product quality in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Be willing to work flexible shifts, including day, night, and weekend shifts, during peak seasons.
• Assist with special projects and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods; climb, crouch, operate tools, and wear safety gear.
• Experience operating heavy machinery, such as forklifts, excavators, front-end loaders, and bobcats, is preferred.
• Understanding of chemical processes and laboratory testing of chemicals.
• Basic mechanical and computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• More education or experience in a related field may be required