Batch Plant Operator

Purpose/Scope:

Operates concrete mixer to batch materials and transport mixed concrete from the batch plant and throughout the production facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Mix concrete for all production areas

- Oil, clean and prepare mixer according to work instructions and SOP

- Inspect and adjust all working parts in batch plant

- Monitor raw materials to insure proper utilization and inventory levels

- Participates in ongoing minor and preventative maintenance and visual evaluations of plant and equipment to keep batch plant clean

- Inventory and maintain accurate records of all parts and provide notification when orders are needed

- Monitor concrete temperature in cold and hot weather months and understanding the changes that need to be made to concrete for each

- Confer with supervisory personnel to resolve problems, provide immediate feedback, and recommend solutions to improve performance

- Ensure established performance indicators are met

- Adhere to OSHA rules and regulations at all times

Basic Qualifications:

- High school diploma or GED equivalent or one to six months of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Other Qualifications:

- Knowledge of concrete mixes

- Ability to read and interpret production drawings

- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

- Computer knowledge; including applicable Microsoft and batch house software

- Strong problem solving and communication skills

- Ability to perform moderately complex mathematical equations Troubleshooting skills

- Ability to work independently

- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

- Mechanical knowledge

- Working knowledge of plant maintenance procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

- Knowledge of concrete fundamentals

- Working knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations

- Experience in mixing concrete or ready mix

- Experience with construction materials

- Maintenance experience

Physical Requirements:

- Plant/Yard: Move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, walk, climb, bend at the waist, reach, forceful use of hand tools, vocal projection

Work Environment:

- Plant/Yard: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles, vibrations from machinery and vehicles, loud noises, little to no climate control, varying amounts of light, stairs, narrow walkway

Pay range for this position is $25 to $30 per hour.