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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Join Bolder Industries - Where Innovation Meets Impact
About Us
Bolder Industries is a global leader in traceable, mass-balanced circular solutions for the rubber, plastics, and petrochemical industries. Innovation isn't an idea; it's what we do every day. We convert end-of-life tires into high-performance materials that power everything from cars to outdoor gear. Our proprietary process produces ISCC PLUS certified BolderBlack® and BolderOil™, cutting emissions and resource use by up to 85% compared to traditional methods.
At Bolder, you'll find more than a job - you'll find a team that lifts each other up. Our operators value the predictability of their schedules, hands-on training, and opportunities to grow within a supportive, tight-knit culture. Here, you don't just clock in; you help prove that sustainability and industry can thrive together. Bolder Industries is ISO 9001 certified and holds a Silver EcoVadis rating. Visit www.bolderindustries.com to learn more.
Position: Process Operator
Location: Terre Haute, IN
Type: Full-Time 12-hour shifts, day (7am-7pm) and night (7pm-7am) available Overtime as Needed
As a Process Operator, you'll play a vital role in manufacturing and handling raw materials and finished products in our facility. You will operate equipment safely and efficiently while maintaining high quality standards in a fast-paced, continuous operation environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Operating mechanized equipment safely, efficiently, and within specifications
* Troubleshooting, inspecting, and resolving equipment issues
* Monitoring operations via computer systems and control room interfaces
* Sampling, testing, and inspecting materials and products
* Handling and packing materials in bags, totes, drums, or sacks
* Filling tanks and transferring product as needed
* Performing physically demanding tasks (e.g., moving hoses, cleaning equipment)
* Learning and supporting cross-functional roles
* Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, EPA, Hazmat, and OSHA regulations
Qualifications
* Willingness to work in varying environments (hot/cold, noisy, with carbon black exposure)
* Strict adherence to safety and PPE requirements, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, and dust respirators when needed
* Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
* Stand and walk for extended periods
* Climb stairs/ladders, bend, reach, push, and pull
* Availability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as needed
* A reliable team player who works well with minimal supervision
* Strong communicator-able to share information clearly with peers and leaders
* A problem-solver with good decision-making skills
* Computer literate (basic email and control system use)
* Mechanically inclined and eager to learn new skills
* Forklift experience is a plus; ability to obtain certification is required
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth:
* Career Growth: Training and development programs
* Employee Recognition: Real-time appreciation with personalized rewards
* Time Off: Generous PTO and paid sick leave
* Comprehensive Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision for employees and families
* Security: Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance at no cost to employee
* Retirement: 401(k) participation
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We believe diversity drives innovation. Bolder Industries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and prohibit discrimination of any kind-race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Location & Schedule
* On-site at our Terre Haute, Indiana facility (remote work is not available for this role)
* Full-time
Working Conditions
This role operates within an active chemical recycling plant that includes exposure to carbon black, liquid hydrocarbon oils, and vapor streams. Protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators) will be required in designated areas. The facility includes indoor and outdoor operations, elevated equipment access, and industrial-grade processing equipment