Plant Operator

Company Overview

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

Amrize, a leading supplier of quality, construction building materials in the United States, has immediate openings for a Plant Operator at our Hickory Hill Quarry in Gloucester, VA. A Plant Operator operates and monitors crushing, screening, and heavy machinery to process raw materials like stone and gravel. They ensure equipment runs efficiently, perform routine maintenance, and follow safety protocols at all times.

• Operate and monitor crushers, conveyors, and screening equipment.
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on plant machinery.
• Load and unload materials using heavy equipment like loaders or excavators.
• Monitor production levels and adjust equipment to optimize output.
• Follow strict safety procedures and report hazards or equipment issues.
• Keep accurate records of material usage, output, and downtime.
• Assist with plant cleaning, shutdowns, and routine servicing.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required
  
  Work Experience:
  
  1-2 years in a Quarry or Industrial environment.
• Experience operating quarry or heavy plant equipment (e.g. crushers, screens, loaders).
• Strong understanding of safety protocols in industrial or quarry environments.
• Mechanical aptitude for performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and make quick operational decisions.
• Physical fitness to handle labor-intensive tasks and outdoor conditions.
• Good communication skills for reporting issues and coordinating with the team.
• Flexibility with shifts and willingness to work in a high-production setting.

Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

• Retirement Savings:
  Choose from 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth after‑tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well‑being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid parental leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting‑ This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.