Plant Operator

Are you a safety-focused plant operator who takes pride in reliable operations teamwork and doing things the right way every time Do you enjoy hands-on work troubleshooting equipment and contributing to a strong safety culture in a chemical manufacturing environment

If so this is your opportunity to join our operations team as an Operator C at our Michaud Idaho facility!

Why Join Us

Safety First Culture Be part of a team where safety compliance and accountability are non-negotiable and fully supported.
Hands-On Operations Work directly with equipment processes and systems that keep the plant running safely and efficiently.
Team-Driven Environment Collaborate closely with our Operations Maintenance Contractor and Leadership teams.
Skill Development Ongoing training certification and opportunities to grow technical and operational expertise.
Stability & Purpose Play a critical role in daily operations emergency response and long-term plant reliability.

What Youll Do

Operate the facility in accordance with company policies and all applicable OSHA EPA DOT and state/federal regulations.
Load and unload trucks and railcars safely and accurately.
Read monitor and record local instrumentation and operating data.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and make adjustments to prevent failures or unsafe conditions.
Contain clean up package and label hazardous waste following HAZWOPER RCRA and DOT requirements.
Perform routine inspections of vessels and equipment to ensure safe operation.
Actively participate in plant safety programs meetings inspections and hazard reporting.
Support emergency response activities and mitigation efforts.
Assist with maintenance activities turnarounds lockout/tagout confined space entries and contractor oversight.
Support plant projects including startups P&ID walkdowns hydro-testing and PSSR activities.
Initiate work orders and assist with updating operating procedures.
Operate plant equipment for snow and ice removal during inclement weather.
Coach and train other operations team members and help set the tone for work and safety ethic.
Be available for callouts and consultation as needed including nights weekends holidays and overtime.

Qualifications :

What Youll Bring

High school diploma or GED
HAZWOPER Technician-level certification (required)
Ability to operate boilers and follow operating procedures precisely
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
Working knowledge of pumps compressors boilers piping systems valves and fittings
Understanding of Process Safety Management Emergency Response Plans and Risk Management Programs
Basic math analytical and chemistry knowledge
Ability to operate motorized plant equipment such as forklifts skid steers backhoes and track mobiles
Strong communication skills and a professional team-oriented mindset
Basic computer skills

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally exert up to 100 pounds using mechanical aids
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work at heights
Comfortable working in confined spaces and high-noise environments
Ability to wear required PPE including respirators and SCBA when necessary
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in extreme temperatures and weather conditions

Additional Information :

Why join Tessenderlo Kerley:

Working at Tessenderlo Kerley

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning development and teamwork
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end equal to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
• Paid vacation and sick time and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
• Adoption Assistance: Up to $7500 in reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and parental time off
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program

Tessenderlo Kerley is part of Tessenderlo Group an industrial group that focuses on agriculture valorizing bio-residuals machinery mechanical engineering electronics energy and providing industrial solutions with a focus on water. With its headquarters in Belgium the group is active in over 100 countries and it has a global team of more than 7000 employees. Its belief that Every Molecule Counts is at the heart of the strategy of the group: Tessenderlo Group continually strives to valorize its products and processes to the maximum and to add value to everything it does. For more information about Tessenderlo Group its people and its brands please visit .

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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time