Process Operator: Hands-On Production & Safety

Turner Mining Group; Sparta (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Mining Group is seeking a Process Operator at our Sparta, Wisconsin facility. This full-time, hourly role supports operations by operating and monitoring plant equipment, performing basic maintenance, and ensuring a safe, clean work environment.

The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in an industrial setting both indoors and outdoors throughout the year. Prior mining or heavy industrial experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in plant, mining, manufacturing, warehouse or industrial settings preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• MSHA knowledge or mining experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment including screens, conveyor belts, pumps, hydrosizers, dryers, crushers, elevators, and related systems.
• Monitor control boards and adjust operations per procedures.
• Inspect the immediate work area before beginning operations.
• Start up and shut down equipment safely and according to standard operating procedures.
• Operate heavy mobile equipment as needed.
• Perform rail loading and material handling functions.
• Assist with basic process troubleshooting and equipment adjustments.
• Support quality and production standards through consistent monitoring and documentation.
• Perform cleanup, housekeeping, and routine plant support duties.
• Assist with preventative maintenance or TPM tasks as required.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and operational policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Mechanically inclined

Dependable

Indoor/outdoor work

MSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Turner Mining Group is seeking a Process Operator at our Sparta, Wisconsin facility. This full-time, hourly role supports operations by operating and monitoring plant equipment, performing basic maintenance, and ensuring a safe, clean work environment.

The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in an industrial setting both indoors and outdoors throughout the year. Prior mining or heavy industrial experience is preferred.