Plant Operator

About the role

Chalfont Quarry, a division of the H&K Group, Inc., seeks a Plant Operator to support the smooth operation of plant equipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• 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
• Carrries 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 the GED)
• 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

• Three (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

Physical Demands

• 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

Work Environment

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

Benefits

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

Pre-employment

Pre-employment drug testing
EOE