Covia
Utility Operator I
– Covia, Fort Smith, AR
Covia responsibly provides mineral solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation. Tapping long‑standing customer relationships, Covia pursues innovation that enhances customer benefits while maintaining unwavering commitment to safety and sustainable development.
Job Overview
We are looking for a dynamic
Utility Operator
to positively impact the
Operations
team at our Fort Smith, AR location. This safety‑sensitive position works rotating shifts and requires safe and productive operation of plant equipment to produce quality product.
Key Accountability – Safety
Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and related procedures within the facility’s safety and health management system.
Communicate necessary safety information to teammates to fulfill CFR obligations and protect themselves from injury or illness.
Take personal responsibility for safety by maintaining a safe work environment and evaluating tasks using Covia SLAM (Stop, Look, Analyze, Manage) risk protocol; report all near‑miss incidents, unsafe acts, or situations and injuries immediately.
Administer all facets of safety and health policies while adhering to the SLAM risk method within the scope of all tasks.
Work only if fit to carry out duties without affecting the safety and health of others.
Avoid willful or reckless conduct that could adversely affect the health and safety of fellow employees or visitors.
Key Accountability – Operations
Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisors or team leads.
Operate equipment safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime, maintaining product quality.
Perform physical manual labor, including shoveling, sweeping, carrying material, and climbing ladders as required.
Operate equipment such as bucket elevators, ball mill, belt and pneumatic conveyors, dust collectors, kiln, screens, and other plant machinery.
Monitor all equipment parameters (temperature, pressures, amperes), interpret data, charts, and instruments to make process adjustments as needed.
Complete required paperwork accurately and professionally.
Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary.
Conduct pre‑shift and routine equipment and area inspections, maintain a safe work environment; communicate findings of daily shift inspections to Production Supervisor and Kiln Operators.
Ensure material flows through the process to product bins and tanks.
Collect and process raw material and product samples, record and report results, and adjust operating parameters as directed.
Safely move, switch, offload, and load rail cars via Track Mobile.
Safely load trucks, accurately weighing and preparing bill of lading for transport.
Safely operate forklifts and maintain housekeeping in assigned areas using a handheld shovel and broom.
Perform all other duties as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED required.
Experience with kiln or ball mill operations preferred.
Experience in heavy industry, mineral processing, or manufacturing preferred.
Demonstrated experience contributing within a production/operations team to deliver against set targets.
Demonstrated commitment to safety and health with prior experience identifying and managing risks.
Ability to operate required computer programs.
Commitment to Our Culture
Our core values ‑ Safety, Team, Customers, Growth, and Courage ‑ guide our daily work and help us achieve our vision. All Covia team members are expected to:
Live the Life‑Saving Rules.
Build high‑performing work teams.
Focus on customers.
Demonstrate a growth mindset.
Do the right thing, always.
We strive for and support a diverse workforce, believing this lays the foundation for success. Covia is committed to providing employment opportunities based on work‑related factors without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.
Our full range of benefits includes:
Excellent healthcare benefits – medical, vision, dental.
401(k) with company matching.
Paid time off + paid holidays.
Disability plans and life / AD&D.
Employee Assistance Program.
An Equal‑Opportunity Employer. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2x. Get notified about new Utilities Operator roles in Fort Smith, AR.
Seniority Level : Entry level
Employment Type : Full‑time
Job Function : Management and Manufacturing
Industries : Chemical Manufacturing, Mining, Oil And Gas
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– Covia, Fort Smith, AR
Covia responsibly provides mineral solutions for a better tomorrow. As a leading provider of diversified minerals, our products support a variety of industrial markets, including glass, ceramics, coatings, metals, foundry, polymers, construction, water filtration, and sports and recreation. Tapping long‑standing customer relationships, Covia pursues innovation that enhances customer benefits while maintaining unwavering commitment to safety and sustainable development.
Job Overview
We are looking for a dynamic
Utility Operator
to positively impact the
Operations
team at our Fort Smith, AR location. This safety‑sensitive position works rotating shifts and requires safe and productive operation of plant equipment to produce quality product.
Key Accountability – Safety
Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and related procedures within the facility’s safety and health management system.
Communicate necessary safety information to teammates to fulfill CFR obligations and protect themselves from injury or illness.
Take personal responsibility for safety by maintaining a safe work environment and evaluating tasks using Covia SLAM (Stop, Look, Analyze, Manage) risk protocol; report all near‑miss incidents, unsafe acts, or situations and injuries immediately.
Administer all facets of safety and health policies while adhering to the SLAM risk method within the scope of all tasks.
Work only if fit to carry out duties without affecting the safety and health of others.
Avoid willful or reckless conduct that could adversely affect the health and safety of fellow employees or visitors.
Key Accountability – Operations
Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisors or team leads.
Operate equipment safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime, maintaining product quality.
Perform physical manual labor, including shoveling, sweeping, carrying material, and climbing ladders as required.
Operate equipment such as bucket elevators, ball mill, belt and pneumatic conveyors, dust collectors, kiln, screens, and other plant machinery.
Monitor all equipment parameters (temperature, pressures, amperes), interpret data, charts, and instruments to make process adjustments as needed.
Complete required paperwork accurately and professionally.
Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary.
Conduct pre‑shift and routine equipment and area inspections, maintain a safe work environment; communicate findings of daily shift inspections to Production Supervisor and Kiln Operators.
Ensure material flows through the process to product bins and tanks.
Collect and process raw material and product samples, record and report results, and adjust operating parameters as directed.
Safely move, switch, offload, and load rail cars via Track Mobile.
Safely load trucks, accurately weighing and preparing bill of lading for transport.
Safely operate forklifts and maintain housekeeping in assigned areas using a handheld shovel and broom.
Perform all other duties as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED required.
Experience with kiln or ball mill operations preferred.
Experience in heavy industry, mineral processing, or manufacturing preferred.
Demonstrated experience contributing within a production/operations team to deliver against set targets.
Demonstrated commitment to safety and health with prior experience identifying and managing risks.
Ability to operate required computer programs.
Commitment to Our Culture
Our core values ‑ Safety, Team, Customers, Growth, and Courage ‑ guide our daily work and help us achieve our vision. All Covia team members are expected to:
Live the Life‑Saving Rules.
Build high‑performing work teams.
Focus on customers.
Demonstrate a growth mindset.
Do the right thing, always.
We strive for and support a diverse workforce, believing this lays the foundation for success. Covia is committed to providing employment opportunities based on work‑related factors without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.
Our full range of benefits includes:
Excellent healthcare benefits – medical, vision, dental.
401(k) with company matching.
Paid time off + paid holidays.
Disability plans and life / AD&D.
Employee Assistance Program.
An Equal‑Opportunity Employer. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2x. Get notified about new Utilities Operator roles in Fort Smith, AR.
Seniority Level : Entry level
Employment Type : Full‑time
Job Function : Management and Manufacturing
Industries : Chemical Manufacturing, Mining, Oil And Gas
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