Concrete Operator I

Job Code: CONOPI | Department: Various Departments | Location: Multiple Locations | Reports To: Production Supervisor or Production Manager | FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

About the Role

The Concrete Operator I adheres to established protocols to execute various manual tasks in producing concrete pads and products. This role works within production standards for volume, cost, scrap targets, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Load materials into production machinery and handle the removal, packaging, and sorting of raw materials and finished goods.
• Operate vibrators, foam routers, and perform striking/troweling off-line tasks.
• Demold concrete pads and perform scrape/patch duties to rectify minor imperfections.
• Prepare concrete mixes tailored to meet line specifications, ensuring correct ratios and measurements of ingredients.
• Perform mold preparation tasks, including coating molds with release agents, securing foam with pins, and inserting rebars.
• Extract concrete pads from molds using vacuum cups, transfer them to the conveyor line, flip them, and stack them on pallets.
• Conduct quality control by removing defective pads and rectifying minor hairline cracks or imperfections.
• Ensure a tidy finish through troweling, affix labels, and wrap finalized products for inventory management.
• Cut foam to desired specifications using machinery.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the work area to eliminate safety hazards.
• Perform strike-off (troweler) tasks to ensure proper mud filling and prevent protruding fibers, achieving even mud distribution and sharp corners.
• Conduct concrete vibrating tasks, including spreading concrete in molds, positioning rebar, and adding foam at subsequent stations.
• Insert bolts, clips, and various inserts when removing pads from molds, depending on pad type.
• Operate EPS Gridders to receive foam, place it on hot wires, and create grid patterns for slurry.
• Operate multiple CNC machines and conduct cycle counts of raw materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience working in a fast-paced and high-volume work environment.
• Proactive "self-starter" with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Work Environment: Manufacturing setting with exposure to seasonal temperatures, excessive cold or heat, loud noise, dust, and dirt due to concrete materials.
• Physical Demands:
  • Hearing: Frequent
  • Vision: Frequent
  • Repetitive Motions: Frequent
  • Talking: Frequent
  • Standing: Frequent
  • Bending: Frequent
  • Stooping: Frequent
  • Reaching: Frequent
  • Typing: Occasional
  • Driving: Occasional
  • Walking: Occasional
  • Sitting: Occasional
  • Physical Work Percentage: Heavy (25-50 lbs) 50-75%
• Travel Required: No