The Company The world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for industry with 14,000 employees, operations in more than 40 countries, and €4.3 billion in revenue in 2022. Imerys delivers high-value-added, functional solutions to a great number of sectors, from processing industries to consumer goods. The Group draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge and expertise in material science to deliver solutions by beneficiating its mineral resources, synthetic minerals and formulations. Imerys’ solutions contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance, including heat resistance, hardness, conductivity, opacity, durability, purity, lightness, filtration, absorption and water repellency. Imerys is determined to develop responsibly, in particular by fostering the emergence of environmentally-friendly products and processes. If you want to grow your skills and develop your career, find out more at www.imerys.com The PositionKiln Operator Job Summary Position Title Kiln Operator Trainee Department/Location Production / Andersonville, GA Reports to (Job Title) Plant Supervisor Direct Reports (Job Title) Job Summary ● The Kiln Operator Trainee is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment necessary to ensure that all kilns at the site are operating at optimum conditions (production rate/fuel efficiency/quality). Key Tasks and Responsibilities ● Operate system within prescribed parameters as outlined in the SOP’s for HG and LG Kilns ● Record production/process data as needed and perform regular quality checks per outlined procedure. The Kiln Operator must ensure the required quality for kiln production as per published specifications. ● Issue work requests for equipment/processes requiring maintenance ● Correct if able or report any production issues as they are discovered ● The Kiln Operator will ensure communication is maintained between Mill & Kiln departments to stay aware of any production problems which may affect kiln operations ● The Kiln Operator will coordinate the activities of the kiln assistant to ensure that the kiln area is maintained to an acceptable level as to not negatively impact production, Level 1 maintenance is performed, area and equipment inspections are regularly and thoroughly performed. ● Ensure housekeeping is maintained in area of responsibility as per Imerys standards ● Perform any additional duties as described by the Production Supervisor Skills and Attributes Requirements ● Must be able to effectively communicate both orally or written ● Must be able to work all shifts as per schedule ● Must be able to lift 50 lbs unassisted ● Will be required to wear all necessary PPE ● Will require basic computer skills necessary to operate the Kiln Control Systems, access/write emails, utilize Google/Microsoft software ● Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation Education/Experience Requirements Must have a high school diploma or GED. Technical education is preferred. Environment ● While performing the duties of this job; the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, high noise, outside weather in all conditions and materials used in the process. ● Frequent walking, standing, and sitting with exposure to all seasonal climatic conditions. ● Occasionally lifting, carrying, and/or pulling objects up to 50 lbs. ● Approximately 100% plant environment. Position TypeFull time and Permanent Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox: recruiting.support@ imerys.com PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Imerys, the world leader in mineral-based specialities for industry, with €4,598M revenue in 2017, 18,300 employees and 270 industrial sites in over 50 countries, delivers high value-added, functional solutions to a great number of sectors, from processing industries to consumer goods and building products. The Group draws on its knowledge of applications, scientific expertise and technological know-how to offer solutions benefiting its mineral resources, produce synthetic minerals and develop formulations. Imerys thus contributes essential properties to customers’ products and performance, such as refractoriness, hardness, conductivity, opacity, durability, purity, lightness, filtration, absorption and repellence. Imerys meets ambitious criteria for responsible development, regarding social, environmental or corporate governance.