Plant Operator Job at Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc., Billings, MT

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  • Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc.
  • Billings, MT

Job Description



Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies, worldwide. Serving these customers well is a passion and a commitment-one that the people of Tessenderlo Kerley find rewarding, empowering and meaningful.

If you want the work you do to make a positive impact on the world in which we live, and work alongside innovative, quality-focused people of vision, Tessenderlo Kerley is the right place for you.

Job Description



Job Description

Are you a hands-on operations professional who thrives in an active, outdoor environment? Do you take pride in producing quality work, staying safety-focused, and contributing to a strong team? If so, this is your opportunity to join our high-performing team in Billings, Montana as an Operator D!

Why Join Us?

Be Part of Essential Operations – Play a key role in producing and loading on-spec liquid fertilizer that powers agriculture and industry across the region.

Strong Team Culture – Work alongside dedicated peers and leaders who value safety, work ethic and mutual support.

Pathway to Advancement – Learn from experienced operators and build toward higher-level roles through formal and on-the-job training.

Outdoor + Active Role – Work in a role that keeps you moving through problem-solving and operating equipment in varied conditions.

What You’ll Do

✅ Operate plant equipment and systems to produce and load quality product, including DCS and manual systems.
✅ Load liquid fertilizer into tanker trucks and perform outside operations including manual valves.
✅ Monitor utility equipment such as boilers, cooling towers and air systems.
✅ Inspect vessels and equipment, read and record instrumentation, and take product samples.
✅ Follow and enforce safety procedures, including hazardous waste handling, emergency response and plant safety programs.
✅ Support maintenance and turnaround activities, and understand confined space entry.
✅ Keep the plant and surrounding area clean, safe and organized.
✅ Communicate clearly with team members, supervisors and contractors.

Qualifications



What You’ll Bring

✔ High school diploma or GED.
✔ At least one year of experience in a chemical, industrial or similar plant setting.
✔ Mechanical and technical aptitude, with strong attention to detail.
✔ Ability to work a 12-hour swing shift (days, nights, weekends, holidays) on a 7-on/7-off schedule.
✔ Commitment to safety and reliability in all weather conditions.
✔ Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders and work outdoors for extended periods.
✔ Computer and basic math skills; ability to follow standard operating procedures.

Nice to Have

➕ Good computer literacy for loading and inventory documentation.
➕ Understanding of D.O.T. shipping and safety regulations.
➕ Desire to advance within operations and take on increasing responsibilities.

Why This Role?

Stability + Growth – Join a well-established facility with growth opportunities,
Local Impact – Contribute to a critical operation that supports our region’s production goals,
Team-Oriented Environment – Ideal for someone who thrives outdoors, values hard work and enjoys being part of a close-knit, motivated crew,

Additional Information



Why join Tessenderlo Kerley:

  • Work/life balance
  • Fun and rewarding environment
  • Learning, development and teamwork
  • Community involvement/outreach
  • Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

  • Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
  • 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
  • 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, equal to 4% of annual base salary
  • Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
  • Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
  • Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
  • Adoption Assistance: Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
  • Paid maternity and parental time off
  • Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
  • Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Company referral program

Tessenderlo Kerley is part of Tessenderlo Group, an industrial group that focuses on agriculture, valorizing bio-residuals, machinery, mechanical engineering, electronics, energy, and providing industrial solutions with a focus on water. With its headquarters in Belgium, the group is active in over 100 countries, and it has a global team of more than 7,000 employees. Its belief that “Every Molecule Counts” is at the heart of the strategy of the group: Tessenderlo Group continually strives to valorize its products and processes to the maximum and to add value to everything it does. For more information about Tessenderlo Group, its people, and its brands, please visit

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, For contractors, Local area, Worldwide, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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