Kiln Assistant

Job location:
Andersonville, Georgia, USA
Created moment:
April 1, 2025
Job reference:
REQ - 09797

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position

Kiln Assistant

Job Summary

Job Description

Position Title

Kiln Assistant

Department/Location

Production / Andersonville, GA

Reports to (Job Title)

Plant Supervisor

Direct Reports (Job Title)

Job Summary

  • The Kiln Assistant works with and reports to the Kiln Operator.  This position is the eyes and ears for the Kiln Operator outside of the Control Room.   Kiln Assistant will look for and alert KO to any unusual or abnormal issues with Kilns, Fans, Mills, Coolers, etc.  and is accountable for performing his/her duties in a safe, efficient manner to ensure the production of high quality Kiln Run.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Perform daily shift inspections
  • Report Safety Hazards or Equipment issues to Kiln Operator and/or Production Supervisor
  • Perform Level 1 maintenance on equipment in area of responsibility as needed
  • Maintain housekeeping in area of responsibility as per Imerys Refractory Minerals standards
  • Train with KO to learn kiln operating procedures
  • Perform any additional duties as described by Kiln Operator or Production Supervisor

Skills and Attributes Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.

Must be able to lift 100 lbs. with assistance.

Must be able to work all shifts.

Must be able to walk up and down stairs.

Must be able to climb up and down ladders.

Must have good written and oral communication skills. General computer literacy or acquired within one month .

Must wear all required safety equipment.

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 Type

Full time

and

Permanent

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recruiting.support@ imerys.com

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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.