Plant Operator

Plant Operator

Location:

US-PA-Chalfont

Chalfont Quarry, a division of the H&K Group, Inc., is seeking a Plant Operator to support smooth operation of plant equipment. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, and works well in a team.

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

• Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Know and follow company start and stop procedures
• Performs daily greasing and oil checks on crushers and screens
• Keeps walkways clear of any debris and reports spillage issues to superintendent
• Performs daily guarding inspections and plant checks and reports any maintenance issues to superintendent
• Inspects screen media to ensure proper condition for maximum production
• Keeps operating booth clean and free from any inappropriate materials
• Carrying out duties and work procedures to meet production schedules
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of quarry operations and work crew
• When needed/required assists workers in solving production problems
• Fills out necessary paperwork daily
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as GED) OR one month of related experience and/or training (Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered)
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated and organized
• Safety-focused
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• 3+ months of related experience and/or training
• Experience with equipment maintenance
• Experience with heavy equipment, especially Q329 Caterpillar trackhoe and LT105 portable crusher
• MSHA or other relevant safety certifications

• Regularly required to:
  • Sit
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to talk and hear
• Occasionally required to:
  • Stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities:
  • Distance
  • Peripheral
  • Depth perception

• Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions
• Frequently exposed to:
  • Moving mechanical parts
  • Vibrations
  • Fumes or airborne particles
• Noise level is usually loud

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pre-employment drug testing (EOE). Pre-employment Physical.