Plant Operator

Position: Plant Operator | Days
The Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the plant. Position will assist with the scheduling of deliveries. Position reports to the Production Manager.

Are you ready to start a new career with a LEADER in the industry and WORLD CLASS team!

What we offer:

Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunities

Annual Pay Increases PTO Available as of DAY ONE Opportunities to grow with company
401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on DAY ONE POSITION SUMMARY: The Plant Operator position involves assisting with a variety of semi-skilled duties around production facilities. These duties include lubricating machinery, shovel spillage areas, monitor the plant conveyors, shakers, crushers, feeders, and pumps, and inspect plant daily. Additional duties may require being tasked trained on plant mobile heavy equipment, including: haul truck, motor grader, water truck, crane, etc ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Proactive in SAFETY and works well in a team environment

Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with training and manufacturer’s instruction

Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations

Perform pre-shift safety inspection on the systems, equipment and accessories

Perform preventative maintenance and service equipment

Inspect equipment and report needed repairs to supervision

Assist in plant maintenance and repairs

Responsible for good housekeeping of plant and equipment

Perform duties with minimum supervision

Assist with operation of other equipment as needed

All other duties as assigned EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience1+ year of aggregate/mining plant operations

Experience with a variety of hand tools

Experience with operation of heavy mining/construction equipment KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, possible weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed

Must be able to read equipment operating manual

Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report

Must be able to read and interpret gauges

Possess basic mathematical aptitude to complete daily reports

Must be able to wear all required safety equipment

Must be able to communicate over CB radio or with hand signals and warning sounds, with coworkers regarding movement of vehicles and mobile equipment

Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner

Must be service oriented with proven ability to work in a TEAM environment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This job requires the ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots and hearing protection

Must be able to work at various heights

Must be able to climb stairs to a height of 100 ft. and work at this height

Must be able to climb on and off equipment to operate and service

Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around all areas of equipment

Capable of lifting and carrying up to 45 lbsMust be able to walk across steep/rough terrain

Ability to use hand tools such as shovels, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.

Ability to operate radio, CB radio, computer and other equipment as required

Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls

Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions WORKING CONDITIONS There will be times when outside assignments may require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.