Machine Operator

CRH plc; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental, and-dis

Disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture and opportunities

Job summary

CRH is seeking a production operator in North Little Rock, AR to support the packaging and palletizing of outdoor living and infrastructure products. You will operate packer machinery, monitor quality, maintain equipment, and assist teammates to meet production targets.

The role requires lifting up to 80 pounds, routine bending and standing, and a high school diploma. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy bags repeatedly (up to 70–80 lb).
• Demonstrated safety awareness and reliability on shift.

Responsibilities

• Operates a packer machine to bag and prepare product.
• Weighs bags to ensure correct weight.
• Prepares palletizer or packer for start-up; runs production lines.
• Completes production reports and paperwork.
• Monitors machines for defects and quality issues.
• Performs routine machine maintenance and housekeeping.
• Operates forklift or other equipment as needed.
• Supports team to meet deadlines and production goals.

Skills

Lifting & physical strength

Forklift operation

Safety conscious

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

Employee works under the general supervision of the Production Supervisor or Plant Manager on routine duties following standard policies and procedures. Refers problems and questions to the Production Supervisor or Plant Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates a packer machine to bag and prepare product
• Weighs bag to assure proper weight
• Prepares palletizer or packer machine for start up
• Completes specified paperwork to generate production reports
• Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunction
• Reviews product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance, assuring product meets quality requirements
• Performs routine machine maintenance
• Use shovel and broom to clean up material spills
• Assists other Operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product
• Ensures all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned area
• Operates Forklift or other mobile equipment as needed
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• Lifting and carrying concrete bags up to 70 pounds
• Requires often lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, twisting, sitting, standing
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds
• High school graduate or equivalent

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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