Mass Ready Mix - Concrete Plant Operator

Ready Mix Plant Operator

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America's infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary

The Ready Mix Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the ready mix concrete batch plant, ensuring quality concrete production while meeting customer delivery schedules. This position oversees batching operations, monitors inventory and plant performance, maintains production records, and coordinates with dispatch, drivers, Quality Control, mechanics, and supervisors to support daily operations.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures, including reporting all accidents, incidents, and near misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value Safety, first in everything we do.
• Safely operate the ready mix concrete batch plant and all related production equipment.
• Produce concrete in accordance with approved mix designs, customer requirements, and project specifications.
• Monitor concrete batches for accuracy, consistency, and quality before releasing loads for delivery.
• Maintain safe work practices while ensuring the plant, yard, and work areas remain clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Coordinate daily production activities with Dispatch to meet customer schedules and delivery demands.
• Communicate effectively with drivers, dispatch, Quality Control, mechanics, and supervisors regarding production schedules, equipment issues, material availability, and operational concerns.
• Monitor inventory levels of cement, aggregates, admixtures, fly ash, slag, fuel, and other materials, notifying management of replenishment needs before shortages impact production.
• Coordinate deliveries of raw materials and plant supplies to maintain uninterrupted plant operations.
• Maintain accurate production records, batch reports, inventory logs, and other operational documentation.
• Identify and report non-conforming materials, batching discrepancies, equipment malfunctions, and quality concerns.
• Understand and properly utilize concrete mix designs, admixtures, aggregate gradations, cementitious materials, and water adjustments to maintain product quality.
• Perform routine inspections, housekeeping, cleaning, and preventative maintenance of the batch plant and associated equipment.
• Assist with troubleshooting plant controls, conveyors, silos, bins, scales, valves, mixers, and other production equipment.
• Work closely with mechanics and Quality Control personnel to resolve operational or quality-related issues.
• Follow all environmental regulations, company policies, and operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous ready mix batching or concrete production experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of concrete materials, mix designs, batching procedures, and quality control practices preferred.
• Knowledge of aggregates, admixtures, cementitious materials, fly ash, slag, and water adjustments is preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and report equipment issues.
• Familiarity with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and computerized batch control systems is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mix designs, batch tickets, production schedules, and written instructions.
• Basic computer proficiency, including production software and data entry.
• Strong mathematical skills, including fractions, decimals, percentages, and unit conversions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician certification is preferred but not required.
• Valid CDL is a plus but not required.
• Previous lead operator or supervisory experience is a plus.

Necessary Attributes:

• Ability to work in an active ready mix production facility with frequent exposure to moving equipment, dust, noise, vibration, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely access elevated platforms, silos, and other plant equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, high-visibility clothing, and reinforced toe footwear.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.