What are the responsibilities and job description for the Control Room Technician position at Mississippi Lime Company (now MLC)?
Why consider a career at MLC?
- Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
- Safety and sustainability are top priorities
- Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
- Great development and advancement opportunities
- Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!
MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world…and we just went global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!
About the Job - Located in Calera, Alabama:
The purpose of this position is to manage the quality and production of the rotary lime kiln and hydrator in a safe and efficient manner. The Control Room Technician also monitors quality by performing various lab testing on the product.
Essential Functions:
- Operates computer-controlled processes.
- Assures that product meets quality standards by controlling processes and by performing required quality tests and utilizing SPC and TQM techniques obtained through on-going training. Obtain samples as needed.
- Maintains equipment through preventive maintenance, cleaning, troubleshooting, and repair work.
- Assists maintenance in projects, equipment repair/troubleshooting, etc. as required.
- Adjust the process to efficiently meet product demand.
- Direct Process Attendant to solve the issue at hand.
- Operate stone crushing system as needed.
- Direct process activities while coordinating with Shift Supervisor.
- Operate hydrator as needed.
- Troubleshoot process problems and implement process improvements.
- Must be willing to work rotating shifts, overtime, and holidays.
- Must be willing to work independently and under minimal supervision at times.
- Must be able to climb stairs & ladders and not have a fear of heights.
- Be able to work around water and not have a fear of water.
- Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures.
- Employees are expected to perform other responsibilities as needed.
Requirements:
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience: 1-3 years’ experience in an industrial environment required.
- Knowledge: Basic knowledge of Chemistry and Thermo processes. Knowledge of product handling equipment is required. Basic electrical, mechanical maintenance, Microsoft Office including Word and Excel also required.
- Skills: Basic computer and strong communication skills required.
- Abilities: Work overtime as needed and respond to call-ins to work when the plant requires.
- Behaviors: Individual must be self-motivated and have initiative to work as an empowered team with on-site employees to operate a safe and efficient plant, maximize production and reduce costs.
The Fine Print
Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.
About MLC
- MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service. The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business. For more information, visit www.mlc.com.
