Bulk Plant Operator
$39,520–$43,680 year
On-siteStrasburg, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Operate forklifts, loaders, and related equipment to load, unload, and stage bulk materials while monitoring plant systems, tanks, and transfer lines for proper flow and product integrity. Perform routine preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment, conduct regular safety inspections, and use computer systems to record material movements and update inventory data. Follow standard operating procedures for blending and transfers, assist with housekeeping, and coordinate with supervisors to support scheduling and operational priorities. Work a 7X3 or 7X4 schedule at an established industrial facility handling heavy equipment and bulk materials in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in bulk material handling within an industrial, manufacturing, or plant environment
- Proficient in safe forklift and loader operation in confined or busy yard/plant areas
- Demonstrated ability to perform preventive maintenance tasks on mechanical and material-handling equipment
- Strong safety mindset with practical understanding of OSHA requirements in an industrial setting
- Comfortable using computers for data entry, inventory tracking, and basic system navigation
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, standard operating procedures, and work orders
- Physically able to work on your feet, climb ladders, and handle moderate to heavy lifting as required
- Willingness to work in varying weather conditions and around dust, noise, and industrial equipment
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid forklift operator certification or the ability to obtain certification prior to or shortly after start
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a bulk plant, terminal, or similar loading/unloading facility
- Familiarity with basic troubleshooting of pumps, valves, and material transfer systems
- Previous experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or inventory software
- Prior involvement in safety committees, audits, or continuous improvement initiatives
- Equipment operation training or certificates for loaders or similar heavy equipment
- OSHA safety training or related industrial safety coursework
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