Mill Operator - 2nd shift Covia paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Illinois, Ottawa 3448 East 2153rd Road (Show on map) Oct 03, 2026

Description Covia responsibly provides minerals 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. Long-standing relationships with a broad customer base enable Covia's market-inspired approach to innovation to enhance solutions and customer benefits. Underpinning these strengths is an unwavering commitment to safety and to sustainable development, further enhancing the value that Covia delivers to all its stakeholders. Covia is looking for a dynamic Mill Operator who will have a positive impact on the Operations team at its Technisand Wedron, IL location.

Hours:

Monday-Friday 2pm-10pm The successful candidate will have the following

Key Accountabilities:

Safety:

Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and procedures applying to the worker or person that are part of a safety and health management system for the mine

If the worker has information that other persons need to know to fulfil their obligations or duties under the CFR, or to protect themselves from the risk of injury or illness, to give the information to the other persons

Take any other reasonable and necessary course of action to ensure anyone is not exposed to an unacceptable level of risk

Work or carry out the worker's activities in a way that does not expose the worker or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk

Ensure, to the extent of the responsibilities and duties allocated to the worker or person, that the work and activities under the worker's control, supervision, or leadership is conducted in a way that does not expose the worker or person or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk

To the extent of the worker's or person's involvement, to participate in and conform to the risk management practices of the operation

Comply with instructions given for safety and health of persons by the mine operator or a supervisor at them operation

Work at the operation only if the worker is in a fit condition to carry out the work without affecting the safety and health of others

Not do anything willfully or recklessly that might adversely affect the safety and health of someone else at the operation

General:

Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisors

Operate equipment in a safe manner which is most efficient and reduces damage, downtime, and quality issues

Complete required paperwork in an orderly, accurate, and professional fashion

Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary

Perform all other duties as needed or assigned

Operations:

Perform pre-shift and routine equipment and area inspections; maintain safe work environments in the screen house

Perform systematic startup of blowers, screens, mills, conveyors, elevators. Inspect equipment to ensure operating safely within parameters

Collect and process samples, record results and change operating parameters as required

Check and maintain communications maintenance workers & management as necessary.

Maintain housekeeping in working area.

Ensure Plant equipment is properly shut down at end of shift if required, area is inspected, and any problems are reported to management. The successful incumbent will have the following

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

2-3 years of experience required. Commitment to Our Culture Our core values - Safety, Team, Customers, Growth, and Courage-guide our work every day and will help us achieve our vision: Covia is the leading minerals solutions provider, and through the passion and commitment of our people, we enable customer success-ensuring a sustainable future for our company. 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.

Benefits:

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental
• 401K with Company Matching
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Disability Plans and Life / AD&D

Employee Assistance Program At Covia, we strive for and support a diverse workforce as we firmly believe this lays the foundation of our success. Our compelling culture supports inclusion, individuality and respect within the workplace. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to the most qualified candidate based on work-related factors and without regard to non-work-related factors including race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or military service or reserve or veteran status. The organization offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits. An Equal Opportunity Employer IND2 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

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