# Area Operator - Production

**Company:** [NORIT Activated Carbon](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/w42UEoiSeQkdhQ8Y59ySXu.md)
**Location:** Marshall, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Manufacturing

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## Description

**Activate your potential – join NORIT, the world leader in activated carbon production!**

Join us as an Area Operator in Marshall – a critical role ensuring the safe and efficient operation of chemical process systems and associated equipment. You’ll play a key part in maintaining production reliability and driving continuous improvement across the site.

**Your key responsibilities will be:**

-   Operate chemical process systems and related equipment to ensure optimal performance,
-   Execute Lockout-Tagout procedures for safe equipment servicing,
-   Monitor operating conditions and track production progress,
-   Supervise process operations using the Distributed Control System (DCS),
-   Identify and implement opportunities for process and performance enhancements,
-   Foster a culture of continuous improvement focused on reliability and efficiency,
-   Coordinate activities across Acid Wash, Mills, Packaging, Warehouse, Bulk Loading, forklift operations, and Yard truck operations,
-   Start up and shut down equipment using control room panels and terminals,
-   Notify Central Control of malfunctions or process deviations and take corrective actions,
-   Document process data, production metrics, and finished product information accurately,
-   Direct Assistant Operators and General Services crews in production and maintenance tasks,
-   Use CMMS to enter and track work orders,
-   Participate in safety meetings and complete required training,
-   Maintain a clean and safe work environment,
-   Perform other duties as assigned.

## Requirements

-   High School Diploma or GED required,
-   Minimum of 5 years of experience in a plant or manufacturing environment,
-   Strong safety awareness and attention to detail,
-   Ability to work independently and in a team environment,
-   Experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, loader),
-   Physical capability to work in all weather conditions, stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and climb heights,
-   Ability to follow safety protocols, work instructions, and departmental guidelines,
-   Familiarity with Lockout-Tagout-Try procedures.,
-   Competence in troubleshooting process issues and adjusting production processes based on QC lab testing.
-   Ability to work shift work, including nights/weekends and possible holidays.

## Benefits

-   Starting pay of 24.42$ per hour.
-   Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) and many other benefits.
-   Supportive and dynamic, yet down-to-earth work environment.
-   A flat organization with short lines in which ownership and initiatives are valued. 
-   We support the development of our employees in the form of on-the-job learning, training and courses. 

**About NORIT Activated Carbon**

NORIT Activated Carbon is one of the global leaders and produces various qualities of activated carbon in its powder and granular form. Our mission - to be the customer’s #1 choice for added value activated carbon solutions in energy, environmental, water, food, chemical, pharma, automotive, and other industrial markets. We supply a broad portfolio of materials, know-how and technical expertise, complementary services and technologies. 

We have established our global presence with manufacturing plants in the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Italy and United States and as well a Global Business Service center in Riga.  

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