Machine Operator

Oldcastle APG; Milford (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, seeks a Dryer Operator to safely run the dryer and conveying equipment in the production line. You will start up, adjust parameters, and clean the equipment, while also supporting front-end loader tasks as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of production experience. Forklift certification is preferred; lifting up to 100 lbs is routine. Competitive benefits accompany this hourly position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year as a Production Worker in related position.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Exposure to airborne particles, moving parts, noise in a manufacturing setting.
• Occasional stairs and ladders climbing.
• Able to lift bags up to 100 lbs.
• Experience operating a forklift is required or preferred.
• Good manual dexterity and stamina for repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Observe dryer operation and perform adjustments to maintain set parameters
• Fill material bins as needed to meet daily production schedules
• Receive bulk truckloads of aggregates from outside carriers
• Operate a front end loader to fill bulk material silos
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Startup machinery for daily production
• Ensure housekeeping is maintained in assigned areas
• Other duties as needed

Skills

Manual dexterity

Stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job ID: 526041

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, Belgards 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

Dryer Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a Dryer and associated conveying equipment in the drying process. Duties include start-up, operation, adjustment to proper parameters, and cleaning of the equipment and work area. As well as the safe operation of front-end loader.

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
• Operate a front end loader to fill bulk material silos
• 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
• A minimum of 1 year as a Production Worker in related position or industry
• Forklift Certification Preferred
• Constant work performed in a manufacturing facility with exposure to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, forklifts and noise
• Occasional ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Frequent ability to lift and gather bags weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Constant work performed while driving a forklift
• Constant good manual dexterity, multi-limb coordination and stamina

Compensation

• The hourly pay is $20-$22 based on experience
• 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
• 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 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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