Utility Operator

Wyo-Ben, Inc.; Greybull (WY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacations

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Wyo-Ben, Inc., a longtime family-owned leader in bentonite-based products, seeks a Utility Operator for full-time shifts at our Wyoming facility. You will learn and operate a range of plant equipment, cross-train, and grow within the company while supporting safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, basic math and reading skills, and the ability to work both indoors and outdoors across varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate milling, drying, and other production equipment.
• Monitor raw material levels, temperatures, and production processes.
• Identify and address equipment issues before they become failures.
• Provide support and relief for other plant positions.
• Perform preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Communicate important shift information to incoming operators.
• Work closely with production team members to meet operational goals.
• Follow all safety, quality, and continuous improvement standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Math and reading skills

Problem solving

Communication & teamwork

Independence

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

No recruiters or unsolicited agency referrals please.

Wyo-Ben, Inc is a leading family-owned business established in 1951, specializing in Wyoming Bentonite Clay based products. Our materials serve global industries including oil, gas, water well drilling, cat litter and more. Headquartered in Billings, Montana, with manufacturing facilities in Wyoming, we provide high-quality solutions worldwide.

Full-Time | Rotating Shifts

In this role as a Utility Operator, you will learn and operate a variety of plant equipment while helping ensure safe, efficient plant operations. This is a hands-on position with opportunities to cross-train, develop new skills, and grow within the company.

What You'll Do

• Operate milling, drying, and other production equipment
• Monitor raw material levels, temperatures, and production processes
• Identify and address equipment issues before they become failures
• Provide support and relief for other plant positions
• Perform preventative maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Communicate important shift information to incoming operators
• Work closely with production team members to meet operational goals
• Follow all safety, quality, and continuous improvement standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Manufacturing, plant, or industrial experience is preferred but not required
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Basic math and reading skills
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and strong attention to detail
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, machinery, and mobile equipment
• Frequent climbing of ladders and stairs
• Ability to work at heights
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift
• Regular lifting up to 50 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Must follow all safety and PPE requirements
• Reasonable accommodations are made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship.

We perform pre-employment drug screens, including marijuana, criminal background checks and fitness for duty.

Wyo-Ben offers a competitive starting wage and an extensive benefit package, which includes

• medical
• dental
• vision and life insurance
• paid holidays
• vacations
• 401(k) plan with company match

Wyo-Ben is an Aff... and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.