Dryer Operator: Precision & Safe Production

CRH; Hurst (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

CRH is seeking a Dryer Operator to safely run a fluid bed or rotary dryer and related equipment in a manufacturing setting. You will start up, adjust parameters, perform basic preventative maintenance, and keep production records while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities include loading materials, operating a front-end loader, performing routine maintenance, and monitoring temperatures, airflow, and moisture to meet specs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret operating procedures, safety rules, and production instructions.
• Capability to use basic math skills to support operational, inventory, reporting, or transactional activities.
• Previous experience operating front-end loaders or similar heavy equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Observe dryer operation and perform adjustments to maintain set parameters
• Receive bulk truckloads of aggregates from outside carriers
• Operate a front-end loader to fill bulk material silos to meet daily production demands
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Startup machinery for daily production
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and communicate maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel
• Monitor product quality and dryer operating conditions, including temperatures, airflow, and moisture levels and make adjustments as necessary to meet specifications
• Maintain production records and communicate operational issues to supervisors and maintenance personnel
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements to maintain a safe work environment
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment issues, and near-miss incidents promptly
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and safely operate equipment in accordance with company standards
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Skills

Work with minimal supervision

Basic math skills

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CRH is seeking a Dryer Operator to safely run a fluid bed or rotary dryer and related equipment in a manufacturing setting. You will start up, adjust parameters, perform basic preventative maintenance, and keep production records while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities include loading materials, operating a front-end loader, performing routine maintenance, and monitoring temperatures, airflow, and moisture to meet specs.