Wash Plant Operator

APAC Mississippi, Inc., a CRH company, is a leading producer in the construction materials industry, including asphalt, aggregates, ready-mix, and cement across North America.

About the role

This position involves the skilled operation of various crusher and washer equipment as well as a variety of laboring activities. Work will be performed per the plant foreman's instruction, with minimal direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain aggregate crusher, washer, and surrounding environment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Perform tasks including shoveling, sweeping, steam cleaning, painting, tire work, mechanical assistance, lifting, pushing, and pulling various objects.
• Communicate production issues to supervisor or lead person.
• Perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions.
• Keep time and material records.
• Understand aggregate sizes and classifications.
• Travel and work away from home when required.
• Work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Able to work overtime when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• One (1) year of related experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Basic math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft operating systems.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work various shifts (days, nights, swings).
• Must be able to pass a physical fitness and agility test.

Physical Demands

• Grip with at least 90 lbs. of force.
• Climbing in, around, and on equipment.
• Heavy lifting of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 75 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground.
• Awkward reaches and flexibility.
• Balance, including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.
• 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions.
• Hearing corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers.

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• Loud noise level in the work environment.

Skills

• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity: Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Communication: Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Vacation and retirement benefits.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.