Mag Plant Forklift Operator

We invite you to Explore the Potential of being part of something. Clearly Essential! Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products. Summary: Under the direction of the supervisor, the primary role of the Magnesium Chloride Production Operator is to assure Safety, Environmental, Engagement, Quality and Production goals are met in all assigned MgCl2 products and the loading of MgCl2 brine railcars and trucks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: (Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities at any time.) Assures that the following safety/operating items are completed/maintained (Safe Work Permits, Equipment Check Lists, LOTO Procedures, 6S Standards, Safety Inspections, Safety Observations) Capable of operating equipment and completing all tasks required in the MgCl2 processing / DE Sulfating areas including bagging, and loading areas; forklift certification required. Assures that quality parameters for MgCl2 Flake and Brine are met. Assures that lab samples are taken and delivered to the Quality Control Lab as required. Completes daily sample analyses each shift as required Completes daily equipment checks and writes Work Orders for required corrective actions Maintains 6s standards and utilizes 6s audits to continuously improve Fills in for operating positions, as required Maintains the MgCl2 warehouse so that all products are organized, safely stored and that inventories are accurate Oversees the operation of the highway brine production process and assures products are within outlined specifications, stored correctly and required information is completed. Conduct monthly safety inspections as required. Assures safety observations are completed as required Maintains accuracy and timeliness for department KPI’s. Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends and/or holidays as required. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to fulfill each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and should be considered the minimum standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience : Must have a high school diploma and previous experience or education demonstrating the ability to effectively oversee the assigned area of responsibility and perform the tasks listed below and above. Education beyond high school will be considered as a potential value added factor in the selection process. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be PC literate and proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access to analyze and communicate information. Must be able to effectively navigate an ERP system to issue work requests and review inventory. Competency To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Interpersonal Skills - Ability to interact effectively with others, works effectively as a member of a team and demonstrates pertinent CMP Core Principles. Written Communication – Must be able to communicate in English in a concise, complete and well organized manner. Ability to read, analyze and interpret job related information in …

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