OPERATOR CONTROL ROOM

Cemex US; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cemex US is seeking a focused Control Room Operator to monitor and operate critical systems in our cement plant. You will make real-time decisions affecting safety, product quality, and overall plant performance.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, experience with control systems, and strong math and safety awareness. The role involves varied shifts and in-person work at the site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency in control systems and computer applications; strong communication skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read diagrams; mathematical ability related to production measurements; strong decision‑making and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor digital control systems for safe production.
• Follow safety guidelines and use PPE; verify material flow through processes.
• Monitor alarms and respond to irregularities to maintain stability.
• Test raw materials and finished product to ensure quality; report issues.
• Assist with minor maintenance and plant troubleshooting.
• Maintain logs and performance records; support team meetings and training.
• Ensure clean and organized control room and adjacent areas.

Skills

Control systems

Computer applications

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading diagrams

Production math

Decision making

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future.

About the job

We’re looking for a focused and experienced Control Room Operator to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for operating and monitoring critical systems within our cement plant, ensuring continuous and safe production. You will be the eyes and ears of our operation, making real‑time decisions that impact safety, product quality, and overall plant performance.

Job Responsibilities

As a Control Room Operator at Cemex, your daily responsibilities will include:

• Safe Operation: Follow all Cemex, OSHA, and MSHA safety guidelines and use proper PPE at all times.
• System Monitoring: Operate digital control systems and manage material flow through raw milling, kiln burning, clinker cooling, and storage processes.
• Alarm Response: Monitor systems and respond appropriately to alarms or irregularities to ensure operational stability.
• Product Quality: Conduct testing of raw materials and finished product to meet quality standards; report issues immediately.
• Maintenance Support: Assist with minor repairs, maintenance tasks, and plant troubleshooting.
• Log Keeping: Maintain accurate logs and daily performance records across various instruments and systems.
• Team Collaboration: Train other employees as needed and support department meetings and initiatives.
• Clean‑Up and Safety: Keep the control room and adjacent work areas clean and organized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Language Skills: Commensurate with education
• Mathematical Skills: Commensurate with education, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, area and volume.
• Reasoning Skills: Able to recognize potentially hazardous situations, understand instructions given by supervisor, possess common sense

Who We Are Looking For

• Educational and Licensing Requirements: A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience: Four years of general plant experience or six years of cement plant experience if joining from outside the company.
• Skills: Proficiency in control systems and computer applications; strong communication skills; mechanical aptitude and ability to read diagrams; mathematical ability related to production measurements; strong decision‑making and safety awareness.

Working Conditions

• Safety First: Wearing protective equipment and adhering to safety protocols is a must.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in outdoor and indoor environments, with exposure to physical labor and harsh conditions (extreme heat, humidity, extreme cold, noise, dust).
• Physical Requirements: Frequent walking, standing, sitting, climbing, and lifting (up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally). Requires clear verbal communication and the ability to hear alarms and radio communication. Must be physically able to perform all essential job functions, including the ability to communicate verbally using a phone and radio, to hear verbal commands and audible alarms in order to safely operate around large mobile equipment and automatic conveyor belt systems. Must be able to pass a physical exam to include back x-ray, vision test, hearing test, functional capability evaluation, respiratory fit test and drug / alcohol screen.
• Work Schedule: Employees are expected to work varying shifts as needed, which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays to meet operational needs.
• Work Location: This position is required to be performed in person at the assigned worksite. Remote work is not available for this role.

WHY CEMEX?

At Cemex, we’re committed to helping you reach your full potential. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide the resources and support you need to succeed. Let’s build a better future together.

Legal Notices

CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state and local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws.

CEMEX is an E‑Verify participating employer.

Arizona Smoke-Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona’s Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes
36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX.

CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well. You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well‑Being page. (https://www.cemexusa.com/careers/life-at-cemex/benefits-well-being).

CEMEX es una institución EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acción afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientación sexual, infomación genética, identidad de género, o expresión de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.