Operations Utility

PBI-Gordon Corporation • Kansas City, KS • 1d ago

Reports to: Operations Manager

Position Summary

The Operations Utility role supports daily manufacturing by operating and maintaining the utility systems for the plant and preparing raw materials for upcoming batch production. This role provides operational support to the Formulations team by helping ensure waste streams are managed effectively, production areas remain clean and organized, and materials are properly kitted and staged. This position contributes to the company’s objective of strengthening operational efficiency while maintaining a strong focus on safety, housekeeping, and assigned operational priorities.

Compensation & Benefits

Employee Ownership (ESOP): Company-funded retirement contribution of ~18% of pay, plus 401(k)
Competitive pay with bonus opportunity
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, and Pet Insurance
Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave
Fitness reimbursement and tuition assistance

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Prioritize the safety and wellbeing of the team and of the environment by following safe work programs, such as LOTO, confined space entry, elevated work, good ergonomic and lifting techniques, and more
Operate, monitor, and maintain the scrubber system in accordance with established procedures
Operate, monitor, and maintain the evaporator system to support effective waste stream management
Perform daily sampling activities and coordinate closely with lab personnel
Obtain powered industrial truck/forklift certification and utilize safe driving methods
Prepare and stage raw materials for batch activities
Use proper material handling techniques of metal and fiber drums, small dry powder bags, super sacks, and bulk liquid materials
Load and unload bulk tanker trucks safely while following site procedures and material handling requirements
Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas in alignment with housekeeping standards and safety priorities
Support business objectives by performing additional duties as assigned

Safety Responsibilities

Follow all company safety policies and procedures
Participate in required safety training
Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents promptly

Required Qualifications

Education
- High school diploma or GED
Experience
- Minimum 1 year chemical plant experience
- Knowledge of manufacturing unit operations and equipment, including valves, pumps, evaporators, blowers, boilers, and scrubbers
Skills & Abilities
- Operate and monitor production equipment, including pumps, valves, blowers, scrubbers, and evaporator systems, in accordance with established procedures
- Follow batch instructions, standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and housekeeping expectations consistently
- Obtain and maintain forklift certification
- Familiarity with OSHA standards and best practices
- Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments to support production schedules and resolve operational issues
- Work independently and as part of a team in a chemical manufacturing environment
- Use basic math, reading, and documentation skills to complete production records accurately
- Identify unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, or process issues and report them promptly
- Able to lift up to 55lbs

Work Environment & Culture

We offer a collaborative, employee-owned workplace where accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement matter. Employees are encouraged to share ideas, grow their skills, and build long-term careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Ready to Apply?

If you enjoy dependable, hands-on work and want to be part of a team that values safety, teamwork, and ownership, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today.

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