What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator position at Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc.?
Job Description
Join a Team Where Safety, Skill and Stability Matter!
Are you mechanically inclined? Do you enjoy hands-on work in an industrial setting?
We’re hiring a C Operator to join our Operations-Shared Services team. This role is critical to site safety and operational efficiency. You’ll be responsible for handling hazardous materials, operating industrial equipment and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Why This Role?
- Consistent Day Shifts – No rotating schedules, with rare weekend work.
- Training & Growth – Gain certifications in HAZWOPER, DOT compliance, First Aid and CPR.
- Essential & Impactful – Play a key role in safe facility operations, maintenance and emergency response.
- Hands-On Work – If you enjoy mechanical tasks, troubleshooting and working outdoors, this job is for you!
Your Key Responsibilities :
Safe Loading & Unloading : Handle trucks and railcars per Tessenderlo Kerley, OSHA, EPA, DOT and HM-126 regulations.
Equipment Operation & Troubleshooting : Control manual valves, pumps and processing equipment; resolve process irregularities.
Quality Assurance : Read and record instrumentation data; collect and analyze product samples.
Hazardous Waste Management : Contain, clean, package and label hazardous materials according to RCRA, HAZWOPER and DOT guidelines.
Safety & Compliance : Participate in safety programs, conduct monthly inspections and support emergency response efforts.
Facility Maintenance & Projects : Assist with equipment inspections, lockout / tagout, confined space entry and turnarounds.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For :
Required Skills & Experience :
Nice-to-Have Skills :
Work Environment & Physical Requirements :
Why Should You Apply?
Stable Career Path – Long-term job security with opportunities to grow
Hands-On, Active Role – No desk job! Work in an industrial setting
Day Shifts – Minimal weekends required
Impactful Work – Help maintain a safe, compliant and efficient facility
Join our team and be part of a safe, high-performing industrial operation!
Additional Information
Why join Tessenderlo Kerley :
Working at Tessenderlo Kerley
Why Join Us?
Benefits & Rewards :
Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is part of Tessenderlo Group (Euronext : TESB), a global industrial group that focuses on agriculture, valorizing bio-residuals, machinery, mechanical engineering, electronics, energy, and industrial solutions for water management. At the heart of the strategy of Tessenderlo Group lies the conviction that “Every Molecule Counts.” In everything we do, we seek to further valorize and add value to our products and processes. For more information about Tessenderlo Group, please visit www.tessenderlo.com .
Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary : $5,000
