Control Room Operator

Job Summary

The Control Room Operator - Shift Foreman is responsible for leading and coordinating all pellet mill production activities during an assigned shift. This role ensures that safety, quality, and productivity goals are met by managing operators, responding to equipment issues, and maintaining process continuity. The Shift Foreman acts as the point of contact for maintenance, logistics, the control room operator, and plant leadership, ensuring shift operations run smoothly and in alignment with standard operating procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate pellet mill production activities and team members on the assigned shift.

Perform role as Control Room Operator for the assigned shift.

Monitor production output, quality, and equipment performance to ensure shift goals are met.

Conduct shift startup meetings and communicate daily production goals and safety messages.

Respond to equipment issues, product flow disruptions, and mill alarms; escalate to maintenance when needed.

Perform basic troubleshooting and support operators with mechanical or procedural questions.

Ensure team members follow safety procedures, PPE usage, and environmental compliance protocols.

Conduct periodic inspections of the mill area, walkways, bagging stations, and conveyors to identify hazards or operational inefficiencies.

Complete shift logs, production reports, and downtime tracking; communicate shift handoff status to incoming foreman or plant leadership. 

Train and coach new or less experienced team members in pellet mill processes and safety expectations.

Assist with enforcing plant rules and conduct initial investigations for minor incidents.

Qualification Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; vocational/technical training preferred.
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment; 1+ year in a lead or supervisory role preferred- Familiarity with pellet mill machinery, conveyors, packaging systems, and process control
Basic mechanical troubleshooting and team coordination skills
Strong communication and leadership presence in a production environment.
Must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
Candidates should possess at least one year of experience in a control room setting.

Experience in 24/7 or continuous-process operations preferred.

Experience in high-throughput production and packaging environments strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in temperatures below 32°F and above 100°F
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to work at heights
• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a manufacturing environment