Processing & Warehouse Operator — Hands-on Plant Role

Oil-Dri Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation is seeking a Utility Operator B to perform general and skilled labor supporting packaging, processing, warehousing and plant aesthetics. Responsibilities include pallet reclaim, loading/unloading, equipment operation, and routine cleanup.

The role requires following safety rules, reading/specs, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Qualifications emphasize ability to meet assessments, basic computer skills, and understanding SOPs and process instructions.

Qualifications

• Must be able to effectively communicate with team leader, shipping/receiving clerks, scheduler, supervisors, customers, drivers, etc.
• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.
• Must be able to sit on required equipment throughout shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
• Bending reaching, twisting, stooping, walking and climbing stairways and ladders frequently.
• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazard.
• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing PPE.

Responsibilities

• Performs packaging, processing or warehousing duties such as reclaiming damaged pallets, unloading and loading trucks, assisting with loading railcars, placing dunnage.
• Assists with changing screens, cleaning elevators, cleaning out pipes, etc.
• Reclaims damaged pallets, stacking, baling, sewing, etc.
• Operates equipment such as bobcat, front-end loader, sweeper, forklift and road sweeper to move debris, pallets and other materials on plant grounds.
• Performs general clean-up using hand tools and cleaning equipment.
• Performs pre-operational equipment checks and monitors performance.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Reading comprehension

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation is seeking a Utility Operator B to perform general and skilled labor supporting packaging, processing, warehousing and plant aesthetics. Responsibilities include pallet reclaim, loading/unloading, equipment operation, and routine cleanup.

The role requires following safety rules, reading/specs, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Qualifications emphasize ability to meet assessments, basic computer skills, and understanding SOPs and process instructions.