Machine Operator

Oldcastle APG; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Oldcastle APG in Texas is seeking a production operator to run and monitor machinery in the dry mix plant. The role focuses on adjusting machines based on specs, loading materials, and ensuring safe, efficient daily production. You will also handle routine maintenance and startup tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, stand for long periods, and work a flexible schedule as part of a team in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or related experience.
• Ability to read safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery in the dry mix plant.
• Read job specs to determine adjustments and materials.
• Observe dryer operation and adjust to maintain parameters.
• Fill material bins to meet daily production schedules.
• Receive bulk truckloads of aggregates from carriers.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and startup daily.
• Maintain clean, orderly work areas and adapt to duties as needed.

Skills

Reading documents

Self-starter

Independent worker

Flexible schedule

Lift 100 lbs

Stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job ID: 528092

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 the operation of production machinery as needed in our dry mix plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Observe dryer operation and performs adjustments to maintain set parameters
• Fill material bins as needed to meet daily production schedules
• Receive bulk truckloads of aggregates from outside carriers
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Startup machinery for daily production
• Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned areas
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, or at least one year of related experience in trades specific to job requirements, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently
• Ability to add, subtract multiply and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments
• While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed

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.

EOE/Vet/Disability

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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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