Night-Shift Quartz Plant Operator — Hands-On, Safe & Precise

York Building Products; Port Deposit (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

York Building Products is seeking a hands-on Quartz Plant Operator to run and monitor processing equipment, test product, and keep production moving. This role involves operating conveyors, dryers, and other machinery, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Nights/weekend overtime may be required, with physical work including lifting up to 50 pounds. You’ll work both indoors and outdoors in a fast-paced plant environment, troubleshoot issues, and communicate needs to management as part

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the fluidized bed dryer, conveyors, bucket elevators, screens, and other processing equipment.
• Keep a close eye on the process and make adjustments to keep production running smoothly.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Run quality control tests and analyze results to ensure quartz meets specifications.
• Monitor material quality and adjust as needed.
• Provide loading instructions to truck drivers.
• Record production, quality, and other plant data using basic computer systems.
• Help with equipment repairs, maintenance, cleanup, and housekeeping.
• Communicate production and maintenance needs to plant management.
• Troubleshoot problems and think on your feet when things don’t go as planned.
• Follow all YBP and MSHA safety rules and procedures.
• Pitch in wherever needed to keep the operation safe, clean, and running strong.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Job description

York Building Products is seeking a hands-on Quartz Plant Operator to run and monitor processing equipment, test product, and keep production moving. This role involves operating conveyors, dryers, and other machinery, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Nights/weekend overtime may be required, with physical work including lifting up to 50 pounds. You’ll work both indoors and outdoors in a fast-paced plant environment, troubleshoot issues, and communicate needs to management as part