Machine Operator

CRH; Forest View (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Short-term & long-term disability

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is seeking a production operator to run plant machinery and adhere to safety policies while producing high-quality concrete products for North America.

You will read and follow safety procedures, inspect product quality, and assist in keeping production records up to date. The role requires physical effort, lifting up to 75 pounds, and the ability to cross-train in related production tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or at least 1 year of experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures and manuals.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds with assistance if needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment efficiently to produce concrete products from raw materials to yard stage.
• Inspect the quality of products according to standards.
• Assist in maintaining accurate production records.
• Monitor the operations of machinery and report malfunctions.
• Perform machine clean-up, setup and other duties as needed.
• Follow housekeeping and safety procedures.

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

This role will operate plant machinery as directed while adhering to all rules and regulations mandated by safety policies and procedures to produce a superior product.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate equipment efficiently to produce concrete products from raw materials to yard stage
• Inspect the quality of products according to standards
• Assist in maintaining accurate production
• Monitor the operations of machinery and associated equipment to detect and report malfunctions
• Perform machine clean-up, set-up, and other functions associated with job changes
• Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Lead Operators, or others in a responsible position
• Willing and able to cross train on other aspects of the production process
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments
• Follow applicable housekeeping and safety procedures
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent or at least 1-year experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety procedures, operating and maintenance instruction and manuals
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds each, with assistance if needed, at heights from floor level to 4 feet high
• Must wear personal protective equipment - ear plugs, hard hat, steel toe shoes and protective glasses

Compensation

• The hourly pay is $20
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

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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