Block Machine Cuber Operator & Trainer

Pacific Coast Building Products, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Profit Sharing

Wellness Program

Job summary

Basalite Building Products, LLC seeks an experienced production technician to support plant operations, operate block-making machinery, and ensure safe, efficient performance. You will supervise mold changes, monitor feeds, and maintain quality across the production line in a fast-paced plant environment.

This role demands mechanical aptitude, strong communication, and the ability to train fellow workers while maintaining strict safety standards and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing production machinery experience required, including ability to operate block machine, cuber, loader, unloader, kiln systems and any other equipment required to perform duties
• Mechanically inclined with knowledge of basic hand tools and their proper use
• Demonstrate clear verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to coach, train and lead others
• Requires basic reading, writing and mathematical skills
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of block machine mechanics, functions, and performance indicators including but not limited to: step functions of a cycle, step times, step function adjustments
• Demonstrate ability to execute and lead others on mold changes, height changes, color changes, and general machine adjustments
• Advanced knowledge of all aggregates and raw materials and ability to identify by visual indicators
• Advanced knowledge of batching system, batch reporting, moisture adjustments and product mix designs
• Demonstrate ability to perform visual and physical product quality inspections
• Verify that all production machines are running properly and safely
• Continuously observe machine during production to promote optimum product yield
• Monitor loader / unloader or kiln feed system to optimize production flow and up time
• Monitor cubing line to optimize production flow and up time
• Demonstrate ability to training plant personnel, including Cuber, Inside Forklift Operator, Outside Forklift Operator and general laborers on equipment and operation of block machine
• Keep work area clean and direct production line crew on proper cleanup
• Accurately complete daily machine reports including but not limited to: batch reports, operator reports, down time reports, dry side reports
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by company or its designated representatives
• Abides by all safety rules set forth by the company and governmental regulatory agencies; and ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

Skills

Machinery operation

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal communication

Training others

Reading & math skills

Attendance

Tools

Block machine

Cuber

Loader

Unloader

Kiln systems

Job description

Basalite Building Products, LLC seeks an experienced production technician to support plant operations, operate block-making machinery, and ensure safe, efficient performance. You will supervise mold changes, monitor feeds, and maintain quality across the production line in a fast-paced plant environment.

This role demands mechanical aptitude, strong communication, and the ability to train fellow workers while maintaining strict safety standards and reliable attendance.