Plant Operator

Job ID: 530497

Eco Material Technologies, a CRH company, is North America's leading producer and marketer of supplementary cementitious materials. The company applies innovative technologies, materials processing capabilities, and technical expertise to recover, process, and supply fly ash, natural pozzolans, and other advanced materials for concrete production. Its operations include managing coal ash from active power generation as well as recovering and processing ash from legacy storage sites for beneficial use. Eco's extensive distribution network and customer support provide reliable access to high-quality products that improve concrete strength, durability, and workability while supporting lower-carbon construction.

Job Summary

The Plant Operator is knowledgeable in all facets of plant operations (grinding, material handling, pollution control equipment & processes. The Plant Operator's ability to respond by use of effective mechanical, electrical, process or support systems skills is critical for success in this position.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture
• Assists with plant operations, specifically Vertical Roller Mill and associated process equipment, follow written, verbal or diagram instructions
• Monitors and records daily levels of ground Bottom Ash and Fly Ash in the silos
• Communicate with Lead Operator, Operations Manager and other line support regarding maintenance/operational issues
• Ensure compliance with all production/quality/maintenance processes and work being performed
• Operates small utility mobile equipment on site when required
• Operates heavy equipment where necessary
• Performs and/or assists with maintenance on process equipment and facilities as directed by plant management
• Ensure housekeeping and work areas are maintained properly to meet facility standards
• Perform mechanical/process troubleshooting
• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility
• Responds promptly to customer needs
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade
• At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field
• Driver's license required
• Responds promptly to customer needs
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Meets productivity standards
• Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $22/hr
• Annual bonus
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

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.

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Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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