Crusher Building Operator

Washington Mills; North Grafton (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Mills in North Grafton, MA is hiring a Crusher Building Operator for a full-time hourly role. You will monitor and operate crushing and screening equipment, feed materials, and ensure safe, efficient production.

The position runs Monday to Thursday from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, with occasional Friday hours and a 90‑day probation period. Overtime is occasional; benefits and a robust compensation package are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to work from an elevated platform and monitor equipment from basement, stairs and ladder.
• Basic computer skills and ability to perform simple arithmetic.
• Mechanical inclination with ability to use common hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate crushing and screening equipment.
• Load raw materials into the feed tank and operate the primary crusher.
• Perform routine equipment checks and replace worn parts as needed.
• Clean floors, platforms, and catwalks each shift with an industrial vacuum.
• Move and organize drums and sacks of abrasive grain.
• Attend to dust collectors and manage discharge sacks when full.
• Conduct material sampling and deliver samples to the lab.
• Move tailings to the metal dumpster and conduct chain hoist inspections.
• Maintain housekeeping and address leaks or issues during shift.

Job description

Crusher Building Operator

Position type: Full-Time, Hourly

Pay range: $28.00-$31.00 per hour, based on experience

Overtime: Occasionally required

Location: North Grafton, MA

Ask Yourself This…

Are you looking for a fast-paced environment where your daily work impacts products made around the world? Are you interested in learning manufacturing processes? Do you have a strong commitment to working safely? If you do, then join us in North Grafton, MA!

What You'll Do

The Crusher Building Operator will work with and directly report to the Shift Production Foreman. The Operator will be directly involved in the monitoring and operation of several pieces of crushing and screening equipment. This position will load raw materials into the primary feed tank and operate the primary crusher to reduce their size to pass through the primary screener. This position is Monday - Thursday from 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM with occasional hours required on Fridays. There is a 90-day probation period for this position.

• Perform routine checks of equipment for worn parts and replace parts as needed to include crusher tips, screener's screens, dust lines, screener inlet, and discharge boots
• Clean the floor, platforms, and catwalks each shift with the assistance of an industrial vacuum
• Fill, transport, palletize, stack, and organize drums and super sacks of abrasive grain pulled from inside the crusher building
• Attend to two dust collectors in the crusher building and change out discharge sacks when full
• Perform material sampling and deliver samples to the lab for analysis multiple times per shift
• Move magnetic tailings from the crusher building into the metal dumpster
• Conduct chain hoist inspections prior to use
• Conduct housekeeping throughout shift and specifically if a leak develops before returning to operations
• Perform other necessary duties and projects as assigned

What You'll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Have the ability to work from an elevated platform, in a basement to monitor all equipment, climb a ladder and stairs to inspect equipment operations and for leaks constantly
• Have basic computer skills and the ability to perform basic math calculations
• Be mechanically inclined and able to use basic hand tools, i.e. wrenches, screw drivers, mallets, etc.
• Be able to speak, read, and write English (Spanish is a plus)
• Be safety oriented and work efficiently while meeting daily production targets

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world's most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Competitive pay, with opportunities to advance
• World-class medical and dental plans
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid vacation and generous holiday time
• Family-friendly personal leave policies

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.