Machine Operator

Oldcastle APG; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oldcastle APG in Asheville, NC is seeking an Equipment and Machine Operator to operate machinery per supervisor directions while following safety policies to produce a high-quality product.

Responsibilities include reading specifications, setting stops, inspecting for defects, assisting setup, and maintaining a clean work area to meet production deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of electronics and programmable controllers.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and electricity basics.
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Computer literacy and strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Set stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by templates.
• Observe machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Review product for inconsistencies ensuring quality requirements.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Assist other operators to set up machines and meet deadlines.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned area.

Skills

Electronics basics

Programmable controllers

Hydraulics basics

Electrical basics

Reading safety docs

Math basics

Computer literacy

Mechanical ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID528404-Posted09/01/2026-Architectural Products Group-Adams-Full Time-Equipment and Machine Operators-United States-North Carolina

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for operating machinery as directed while adhering to all rules and regulations mandated by safety policies and procedures to produce a superior product.

Job Responsibilities

• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Set stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by scale, rule or templates
• Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunction
• Review product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance assuring product meets quality requirements
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Assist other operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product
• Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; or at least one month of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Basic understanding of electronics and programmable controllers
• Knowledge with the basics of hydraulics, electricity and tools
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Must encompass computer literacy as well as strong mechanical ability

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Aninclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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