Plant Operator - Aggregates

Position Overview The Plant Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating mechanical equipment, production machinery, and electronic controls involved in the processing and handling of sand, gravel, rock, and other materials. This position supports the production of aggregate and asphalted materials by maintaining proper equipment functionality, monitoring production flows, and assisting with routine maintenance and housekeeping tasks. Attention to safety, equipment performance, and operational efficiency is critical to success in this role. Principal Duties and Accountabilities (Essential Functions) Operate conveyors, crushers, screens, batching units, and related plant equipment used in sorting, sifting, mixing, and processing aggregate materials. Adjust equipment settings and monitor controls to ensure consistent material quality and production rates. Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on plant machinery and production systems. Start and stop equipment as needed, monitoring conditions and communicating any abnormalities or issues to supervision. Complete daily production logs, and material tracking. Support the safe and efficient flow of materials through the plant by coordinating with mobile equipment operators and other team members. Responsible for completing area audits. Always maintain work area and equipment in a safe and clean condition. Responsible for abiding by and supporting all company and plant safety policies, rules and procedures as well as M.S.H.A regulations. NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by the business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required. Educational Skills and Experience To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Skills and Abilities Ability to operate industrial equipment safely and responsibly. Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform minor troubleshooting and adjustments. Basic understanding of plant processing systems, materials handling, and control panels. Ability to remain focused, follow detailed instructions, and react calmly in operational or emergency situations. Good verbal and written communication skills. Self‑motivated with the ability to manage time and work independently or as part of a team. Basic record‑keeping skills for production logs and maintenance documentation. Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED preferred. Prior experience operating or maintaining equipment in aggregates, mining, construction, or a related industrial environment preferred, but not required. Willingness to learn plant systems, safety protocols, and job‑specific skills through on‑the‑job training. Other Qualifications Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions and respond calmly to operational demands. Willingness to work outdoors in variable weather and physically demanding environments. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel (including overnight) based on business needs. Must be able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces, or around moving equipment as required. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical equipment and heavy machinery. Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, with frequent exposure to seasonal temperature extremes, high humidity, dry and dusty conditions, and varying weather. The role often requires working at elevated heights and navigating rough, uneven, or sloped terrain. Occasional exposure to chemicals, solvents, fumes, acids, grease, and fuels may occur. The employee may also work in confined or restricted spaces. The work environment can be loud, and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform job task assignments 8 to 14 hours per day, 5 days a week and occasionally on weekends. Ability to lift 50 lbs. ground to shoulder height frequently and up to 75 lbs. ground to waist level height occasionally. Ability to perform tasks on rough, uneven surfaces and terrain in often wet/damp conditions. Ability to work and perform tasks at heights from 1 to 100 feet from the ground while utilizing a personal fall arrest harness and lanyard. Work on stairs, ladders, raised platforms, flat and angled surfaces at varying heights. Capable of speaking, sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, climbing ladder and stairs, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping for periods extending to fourteen (14) hours per shift. Oriented to hear with ability to discriminate between sounds and maintain awareness of surroundings. Ability to operate equipment to include forklift, crane, aerial lift/work platform. Ability to drive heavy mining and aggregate production equipment including wheel loaders, haul truck, backhoe, and skid steer loader. Ability to work safely in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work outside, tolerate ambient seasonal temperature extremes, humidity, and generally dry/dusty conditions. Ability to work in confined and tight work areas as well as move heavy objects in tight areas. Oriented to see workplace hazards with ability to eliminate within reasonable means, and to avoid personal injury or property damage. Ability to work around chemicals, solvents, fumes, acids, grease, and fuels. Ability to hear and discriminate between sounds to be aware of surroundings. Ability to use/wear personal protective equipment, respirators, hearing protection, gloves, protective eyewear, hardhats, protective clothing, and industrial footwear. Benefits & Equal Opportunity Capitol Aggregates offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families. Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee assistance program Tuition Reimbursement And many more We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Capitol Aggregates, Inc.