Batch Plant Operator

Waskey Bridges; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Batch Plant Operator at Waskey Bridges will support day-to-day concrete plant preparation, production, maintenance, repair and quality control activities at the batch plant. The ideal candidate must be eager to achieve and maintain a level of excellence in customer service as well as have a high standard of expectations for themselves and others they will communicate with.

Responsibilities include operating the batching plant, monitoring control systems, coordinating with dispatchers and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in concrete production or a similar industrial setting.
• Valid DL with clear driving record; CDL preferred
• 2+ years’ experience driving ready mix trucks preferred
• 3+ years of concrete batch plant experience as a batch plant operator
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of batching software systems
• Ability to read and interpret mix designs, batch tickets and technical documents
• Familiarity with electrical and hydraulics and conveyor systems
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to work independently or with a team; willingness to be flexible as needed
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks

Responsibilities

• Operate batching plant to produce concrete according to specified mix designs
• Monitor control systems and adjust batching parameters for accuracy and consistency
• Coordinate with dispatchers and truck drivers to ensure timely delivery of concrete
• Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance of plant equipment
• Record and report production data, material usage and equipment maintenance
• Follow quality control procedures and collaborate with QC to meet strength and consistency standards
• Communicate with supervisors regarding timing of shipments
• Order and manage raw material inventory and deliveries
• Involved in maintenance of the batch plant as required including keeping mixer clean etc.
• Ensure quality concrete is produced and delivered accordingly to meet Company’s daily schedules.
• Participate in daily/weekly meetings with batch team as requested.
• Recommend and confer with Batch supervisor on items needing to be addressed to facilitate the success of the department.
• Communicate directly with ready mix truck drivers for loading trucks and delivery locations

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read mix designs

Analytical skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Batching software

Job description

• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

JOB SUMMARY

The Batch Plant Operator will support day-to-day concrete plant preparation, production, maintenance, repair and quality control activities at the batch plant. The ideal candidate must be eager to achieve and maintain a level of excellence in customer service as well as have a high standard of expectations for themselves and others they will communicate with.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate batching plant to produce concrete according to specified mix designs
• Monitor control systems and adjust batching parameters for accuracy and consistency
• Ensure all materials (cement, aggregates, admixtures, water) are available and loaded correctly
• Coordinate with dispatchers and truck drivers to ensure timely delivery of concrete
• Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance of plant equipment
• Record and report production data, material usage and equipment maintenance
• Follow quality control procedures and collaborate with QC to meet strength and consistency standards
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to all company and OSHA safety standards
• Troubleshoot mechanical or electrical issues with the plant or equipment
• Communicate with supervisors regarding timing of shipments
• Order and manage raw material inventory and deliveries
• Involved in maintenance of the batch plant as required including keeping mixer clean etc.
• Ensure quality concrete is produced and delivered accordingly to meet Company’s daily schedules.
• Participate in daily/weekly meetings with batch team as requested.
• Recommend and confer with Batch supervisor on items needing to be addressed to facilitate the success of the department.
• Communicate directly with ready mix truck drivers for loading trucks and delivery locations

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in concrete production or a similar industrial setting
• Valid DL with clear driving record; CDL preferred
• 2+ years’ experience driving ready mix trucks preferred
• 3+ years of concrete batch plant experience as a batch plant operator
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of batching software systems
• Ability to read and interpret mix designs, batch tickets and technical documents
• Familiarity with electrical and hydraulics and conveyor systems
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to work independently or with a team; willingness to be flexible as needed
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires constant (70-100%) use hands to finger, hearing (listening) and observing (vision), hand/eye coordination, walking and sitting. Requires occasional (40-69%) lifting up to 25lbs, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling and feeling. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust & focus. Employee shall be able to be medically qualified by a NON-DOT or other job specific physical.

BENEFITS

All full-time employees who work a minimum average of 30 hours per week are eligible for health & wellness and ancillary benefits.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Waskey Bridges, Inc. and its affiliated companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected class.