Plant Operating Engineer

Job ID: 528705

The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

Position Overview

A crushing plant operator is responsible for operating, maintaining, and monitoring equipment, including crushers, screens, conveyors, bins, etc., to ensure the safe and efficient production of crushed materials like aggregates. This includes tasks like operating machinery and fixed assets, helping with performing necessary maintenance, and adhering to safety protocols. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. Operating Machinery: 

• Operating crushers, conveyors, screens, and other related equipment.
• Ensuring equipment is functioning properly and efficiently.
• Crushing materials to the desired size and consistency.
• Transporting materials within the plant.

1. Maintenance and Repair: 

• Performing routine maintenance, including cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting equipment.
• Identifying and reporting any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Assisting with repairs or maintenance tasks as needed.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

1. Safety and Compliance: 

• Following all safety guidelines and procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensuring compliance with MSHA regulations and company policies.
• Conducting daily pre-shift safety workplace exams.
• Reporting any safety hazards or accidents immediately.

1. Documentation and Reporting: 

• Maintaining records of production activities, equipment maintenance, and safety inspections.
• Recording and reporting production data, downtime incidents, and maintenance schedules.

1. Other Duties: 

• Assisting with other plant tasks as needed, such as cleaning or general maintenance.
• Receiving and processing incoming materials.
• Preparing materials for crushing, such as using a hammer.
• Checking stockpiles and ensuring the required quality.
• Managing metallic materials recovered from the plant.

Other Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Strict adherence to Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Shelly Company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience

Less than or equal to a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior Heavy Equipment experience, including Crushing Operation helpful.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

Personal Protective Equipment

Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position: Welding Gloves, Hard Hat, Hearing Protection, Padlocks for Lockout/Tagout, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, use of Seatbelt and harnesses when required.

Physical Requirements

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Continuous Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

Bend X

Kneel X

Squat X

Climb X

Stand X

Walk X

Sit X

Reach X

Drive X

Fine motor X

Repetitive Motion X

Right X

Left X

This position requires an employee to lift:

Continuous Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

0 – 10 lbs. X

10 – 25 lbs. X

25 – 50 lbs. X

50 – 100 lbs. X

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.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment requires constantly interacting with other people.

Continuous Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

Hot Weather X

Cold Weather X

Wet Weather X

Exposed to Noise X

Exposed to High Heat X

Moving Equipment X

Working with Others X

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

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

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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