Batch Operator - Ready Mix Concrete - Amarillo, TX

Smyrna Ready Mix, LLC; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive pay

Paid holidays

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

SRM Concrete is seeking a dependable Batchman to join our production team in Amarillo. You will oversee the concrete batching process from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, consistency, efficiency, and safety in every load.

You will coordinate with drivers and plant colleagues, maintain records, and support maintenance and training as needed. A background in batching systems and a detail-oriented approach helps ensure we meet customer specifications and SRM standards.

Qualifications

• Experience operating concrete batching systems or in ready-mix operations preferred.
• Ability to read and understand mix designs, production schedules, and material requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality products.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Commitment to safety, dependability, and customer service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Operate batching equipment to produce concrete per mix designs and schedules.
• Monitor material quantities, moisture content, and admixtures to maintain quality.
• Coordinate with drivers and plant teams to ensure timely production.
• Maintain daily production records and monitor inventories of cement, aggregates, water, and admixtures.
• Perform routine equipment checks, calibrations, and basic troubleshooting.
• Ensure batching operations comply with SRM safety standards and environmental procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and report issues promptly.
• Assist in training new team members as needed.

Skills

Batching experience

Detail-oriented

Read mix designs

Safety-focused

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting basics

Batching software

Communication skills

Tools

Batching software

Job description

About the Opportunity

SRM Concrete is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Batchman to join our growing team. This role is essential to daily plant operations and plays a key part in producing high-quality concrete products that meet customer specifications and SRM’s industry-leading standards.

As a Batchman, you’ll oversee the concrete batching process from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, consistency, efficiency, and safety in every load. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in delivering quality work every day.

Your Mission & Key Responsibilities

• Operate batching equipment to produce concrete according to mix designs, production schedules, and customer specifications.
• Monitor and adjust raw material quantities, moisture content, and admixtures to maintain product consistency and quality.
• Coordinate with drivers, plant personnel, and quality control teams to ensure timely and efficient concrete production.
• Maintain accurate daily production records and monitor inventory levels of cement, aggregates, water, and admixtures.
• Perform routine equipment checks, calibrations, and basic troubleshooting to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Ensure all batching operations comply with SRM safety standards, quality expectations, and environmental procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment throughout the plant.
• Communicate maintenance or operational concerns promptly to plant leadership.
• Assist in training and supporting new team members as needed.

What Sets You Apart

• Previous experience operating concrete batching systems or working in ready-mix operations preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing consistent, high-quality products.
• Ability to read and understand mix designs, production schedules, and material requirements.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on industrial environment.
• Willingness to learn batching software and plant operating systems.
• Commitment to safety, dependability, and customer service excellence.

About SRM

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is a family-owned, values-driven leader in the ready mix concrete industry. Founded in 1999 with a single plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, we’ve grown to over 600 locations nationwide by focusing on quality, integrity, and service. Our mission is to serve our customers, our communities, and our team members with excellence—every load, every day.

Why Join SRM Concrete?

Consistent Work & Stable Operations: Join a company with a strong reputation, steady demand, and long-term growth opportunities.

Growth & Advancement: Be part of a rapidly expanding organization with real opportunities to develop your career and leadership skills.

Competitive Pay: Hourly pay with overtime opportunities, bonus eligibility, and annual raises.

Exceptional Benefits: Low-cost medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance; paid holidays; PTO/vacation; 401k with $100 weekly match; family days; and more.

Team Culture: At SRM Concrete, we value hard work, respect, and teamwork. We support one another, recognize a job well done, and believe in doing what’s right—on the job and in the community.