Machine Operator

at OLDCASTLE APG, INC. in; Colfax (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and disa

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture and internal growth

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is seeking an industrial crane operator for our precast production plant. You will safely operate an overhead crane, pour concrete into molds, and strip large pieces while following safety procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math for weight calculations, and the flexibility to work as a laborer on the production floor as needed. Training and benefits accompany a competitive pay package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Basic math skills to determine weights for lifting.
• Willingness to also work as a laborer on the production floor as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate an overhead crane to pour concrete into molds and strip concrete pieces weighing up to excess of 20 tons.
• Properly identify forms and products and ensure safe handling of concrete pieces.
• Maintain pre-operation checklist and inspection.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.

Skills

Crane operation

Math skills

Reading manuals/safety rules

Depth perception

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Laborer versatility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

The ideal candidate in this role will perform a wide range of duties in an industrial indoor manufacturing environment. This individual will safely and efficiently inspect, operate, and maintain an overhead crane in a precast production plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operate an overhead crane to pour concrete into molds and strip concrete pieces weighing up to excess of 20 tons
• Properly identify forms and products and ensure safe handling of concrete pieces
• Maintain pre-operation checklist and inspection
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Other responsibilities may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of related experience preferred
• Willingness to also work as a laborer on the production floor as needed
• Excellent depth perception and coordination
• Able to understand and apply basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division) to the extent of determining weight of items to be lifted
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. periodically throughout the day

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive 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 Infrastructure, 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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