{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2b2a4615b49d6ad657883bf2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2b2a4615b49d6ad657883bf2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2b2a4615b49d6ad657883bf2","title":"Processing Operator I","description":"Job Overview\nProcessing Operator I is responsible for operating dryer and mill room to process clay into a finished product.\n\nJob Description\nJob Title: Processing Operator I\nLocation: BM\nDepartment: Processing\nReports To: Processing Supervisor\n\nResponsibilities\n\nOperates and maintains the milling, screening, and drying processes.\n\nUnderstand internal customer needs and specifications and act to meet expectations.\n\nUnderstands process of feeding clay from the shed to dryer and communicates modifications needed to meet specifications.\n\nCollects samples and performs quality assurance and operational parameter testing\n\nAdjusts equipment operating controls to modify product properties in response to specifications, raw material properties, ambient conditions, etc.\n\nAssures standards are being met.\n\nMonitors equipment operation by observation of gauges, test data, or direct observation\n\nSet up equipment for different product runs.\n\nTroubleshoots problems in the mill area.\n\nAssure us all safety rules, regulations and precautions are followed.\n\nAssures areas are clean and free of clutter.\n\nAssists in maintaining equipment in the processing area.\n\nPerforms daily routine maintenance of equipment.\n\nPerforms basic repairs and works with maintenance personnel to complete other repairs as needed.\n\nPerforms safety and mechanic inspections to maintain mill and dryer systems.\n\nOperates front-end loader and bobcat as needed. Training must be documented before operating equipment.\n\nPerforms other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\n\n0 years related experience\n\nMust meet the assessment requirements for this position.\n\nSkills & Abilities\n\nMust possess basic mechanical skills\n\nMust be able to visually monitor electronic equipment, cameras, and control panels to be able to interpret the data and take appropriate actions.\n\nMust be able to read and comprehend product specifications.\n\nMust understand process controls.\n\nMust understand all safety requirements and other communications.\n\nMust have good verbal communication skills\n\nMust have the ability to use tools\n\nMust be able to enter data into computer databases.\n\nMust be willing to make decisions within the scope of his responsibilities and be accountable for those decisions.\n\nMust satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.\n\nMust be able to stand for the duration of the shift\n\nMust be able to lift 50 pounds frequently\n\nBending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently\n\nMust be able to climb ladders up to 100 feet\n\nMust be able to communicate clearly by radio, telephone, and in person\n\nMust be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.\n\nShift Hours\n7pm-7am\n\nHire Rate\n$22.90\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Oildri","rawCompany":"oildri","city":"Blue Mountain","state":"MS","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-26T04:05:30.194Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9011.00","title":"Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders","slug":"chemical-equipment-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"51-9041.00","title":"Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"extruding-forming-pressing-and-compacting-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"51-9195.05","title":"Potters, Manufacturing","slug":"potters-manufacturing"}],"industries":[{"code":"327992","title":"Ground or Treated Mineral and Earth Manufacturing","slug":"ground-or-treated-mineral-and-earth-manufacturing"},{"code":"327120","title":"Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing","slug":"clay-building-material-and-refractories-manufacturing"},{"code":"212323","title":"Kaolin, Clay, and Ceramic and Refractory Minerals Mining","slug":"kaolin-clay-and-ceramic-and-refractory-minerals-mining"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Processing Operator I","description":"Job Overview\nProcessing Operator I is responsible for operating dryer and mill room to process clay into a finished product.\n\nJob Description\nJob Title: Processing Operator I\nLocation: BM\nDepartment: Processing\nReports To: Processing Supervisor\n\nResponsibilities\n\nOperates and maintains the milling, screening, and drying processes.\n\nUnderstand internal customer needs and specifications and act to meet expectations.\n\nUnderstands process of feeding clay from the shed to dryer and communicates modifications needed to meet specifications.\n\nCollects samples and performs quality assurance and operational parameter testing\n\nAdjusts equipment operating controls to modify product properties in response to specifications, raw material properties, ambient conditions, etc.\n\nAssures standards are being met.\n\nMonitors equipment operation by observation of gauges, test data, or direct observation\n\nSet up equipment for different product runs.\n\nTroubleshoots problems in the mill area.\n\nAssure us all safety rules, regulations and precautions are followed.\n\nAssures areas are clean and free of clutter.\n\nAssists in maintaining equipment in the processing area.\n\nPerforms daily routine maintenance of equipment.\n\nPerforms basic repairs and works with maintenance personnel to complete other repairs as needed.\n\nPerforms safety and mechanic inspections to maintain mill and dryer systems.\n\nOperates front-end loader and bobcat as needed. Training must be documented before operating equipment.\n\nPerforms other duties as assigned\n\nQualifications\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\n\n0 years related experience\n\nMust meet the assessment requirements for this position.\n\nSkills & Abilities\n\nMust possess basic mechanical skills\n\nMust be able to visually monitor electronic equipment, cameras, and control panels to be able to interpret the data and take appropriate actions.\n\nMust be able to read and comprehend product specifications.\n\nMust understand process controls.\n\nMust understand all safety requirements and other communications.\n\nMust have good verbal communication skills\n\nMust have the ability to use tools\n\nMust be able to enter data into computer databases.\n\nMust be willing to make decisions within the scope of his responsibilities and be accountable for those decisions.\n\nMust satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.\n\nMust be able to stand for the duration of the shift\n\nMust be able to lift 50 pounds frequently\n\nBending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently\n\nMust be able to climb ladders up to 100 feet\n\nMust be able to communicate clearly by radio, telephone, and in person\n\nMust be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.\n\nShift Hours\n7pm-7am\n\nHire Rate\n$22.90\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-10-26T04:05:30.194Z","dateModified":"2026-10-26T04:05:30.194Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Oildri","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Blue Mountain","addressRegion":"MS","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"2b2a4615b49d6ad657883bf2"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2b2a4615b49d6ad657883bf2"}}