Utility Operator

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd.; Rapid City (SD); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Triton Environmental Consultants, Ltd. seeks a Utility Operator to run and maintain equipment used in producing animal feed and supplements. The role ensures smooth, safe, and quality-driven production with routine checks and prompt issue reporting to maintenance.

Strong teamwork and reliable attendance are essential for timely shipments. Responsibilities include monitoring line efficiency, adhering to SOPs for mixing and drying processes, and maintaining a clean, hazard-free work environment

Formación

• Able to operate and maintain production equipment and follow SOPs.
• Strict attention to safety and product quality standards.
• Good communication and ability to work with others.
• Basic computer skills for record keeping and data entry.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50–55 pounds and manual labor.
• Strong problem-solving to troubleshoot production issues.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor production line efficiency to ensure timely load and shipment.
• Be a reliable team member with punctual attendance and strong performance.
• Communicate with team and leadership to improve processes.
• Keep the worksite clean to prevent hazards from chemicals and products.
• Follow safety guidelines throughout the facility.
• Operate mixing, bagging, spray drying, fluid bed drying and lift equipment per SOPs.

Conocimientos

Operate equipment

Safety & quality adherence

Teamwork

Data entry & records

Physical labor

Problem solving

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary:

A Utility Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment used in the production of animal feed and supplements. They ensure that the production process runs smoothly and efficiently, while adhering to safety and quality standards. The Utility Operator also performs routine checks on the equipment and reports any issues to the maintenance team. This role is essential in ensuring the timely and efficient production of high-quality animal feed and supplements.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to operate and maintain production equipment.


• Attention to detail and ability to follow safety and quality standards.


• Good communication and teamwork skills.


• Basic computer skills for record keeping and data entry.


• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and perform manual labor.


• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot production issues.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Monitoring the efficiency of the production line to ensure timely load and shipment.


• Being a reliable team member with prompt attendance and excellent performance.


• Communicating with team members and leadership to improve processes.


• Keeping the worksite clean to avoid hazards from chemicals and fragile products.


• Strictly adhering to safety guidelines throughout the facility.


• Performing all processes in accordance with all Standard Operating Procedures, including the operation of mixing, bagging, spray drying, fluid bed drying and powered lift equipment.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED


• Experience in feed, grain or supplement processing or manufacturing preferred.


• Ability to work any shift preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to operate motor vehicle and forklift.


• Ability to lift up to 50-55 pounds repeatedly


• Ability to wear a respirator (in some designated areas)


• Must past post-offer physical and drug screen


• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time.


• Ability to work in a production environment with varying temperature and noise levels.