Operator

Eco Materials; West Wheatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health, dental and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Holidays

Job summary

Eco Material Technologies, a CRH Company, seeks operators to safely run plant equipment and perform site tasks across loading, testing, and routine inspections. You will monitor fly ash levels, maintain documentation, and coordinate with utilities to ensure efficient production.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or equivalent with training in relevant skills, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and reliability on rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade.
• Strong verbal communication skills for conveying instructions and coordinating with coworkers.
• Abilities to read and comprehend simple instructions and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture.
• Maintain communication with utility and monitor fly ash levels in silos.
• Load and unload materials, operate loading equipment, and test samples as required.
• Record data in production systems and complete billing tickets.
• Perform maintenance on grounds, equipment and facilities as directed.
• Report safety or equipment issues to the supervisor and assist with projects.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading instructions

Time management

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Punctuality

On-call flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Training or certification in relevant skill or trade

Job description

Eco Material Technologies, a CRH Company, is a leading producer of sustainable cement alternatives in the U.S. It is the nation's largest marketer and manager of fly ash, with the industry's only true national footprint of logistics networks and distribution channels. The Company also provides mission-critical utility services, including operations support, waste disposal, and environmental remediation.

Job Summary

Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and performing site work based on accepted company procedures. Duties will include overseeing the loading and unloading of materials, monitoring inventory levels, testing material, conducting routine inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to upholding operational standards to achieve operational targets.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture
• Attends regular safety meeting and follows all safety guidelines as required
• Maintain communication with utility
• Monitor and record levels of fly ash in silos and place orders as needed.
• Pulls samples of fly ash from loads and silos for testing and performs required tests
• Loads trucks, rail cars or barges with fly ash directly from the silo
• Unloads trucks, rail cars, or other deliver system to fill fly ash silos
• Weighs trucks and rail cars and records the information in relevant operating system or production sheet and creates tickets for billing
• Operates all loading equipment for loading trucks and/or rail cars including: water truck, dump truck, vacuum truck, or forklift on site when required
• Operate production equipment including start up and shut down
• Assists in the disposal operation where required
• Performs maintenance on grounds, equipment and facilities as directed
• Responsible for all paperwork and reports as required
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Report any safety, quality of equipment maintenance items to Supervisor
• Assist with maintenance repairs and projects

Job Requirements

• Responds promptly to customer needs
• Follows established policies and procedures
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Strong verbal communication skills for conveying instructions, reporting issues, and collaborating with coworkers and supervisors
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
• Manages time effectively and meets productivity standards
• Observes safety and security procedures including using equipment and materials properly and following all safety absolutes
• Capacity to deal with problems and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions
• Works well with others, follows instructions from supervisors and coordinates tasks with coworkers to achieve project goals
• Consistently punctual and reliable
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Ability to adapt to changing job site conditions, equipment requirements, and project priorities
• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade
• At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Job Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $22-$24/hr.
• Opportunity for annual bonus
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours accrued per calendar year (pro-rated in first year)
• Paid Sick Time - 40 hours per calendar year
• Eleven 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.

Ash Grove Cement, 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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