Plant Operator

Western Sand & Gravel Company; Ashland (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-The-Job Training

Wellness Program – with five extra off

Job summary

Western Sand & Gravel Company is seeking a dependable Plant Operator to keep our Fremont and Ashland plants running safely and efficiently. You will operate equipment, perform routine maintenance, and support daily production while learning new skills and gaining experience with heavy machinery.

You’ll follow safety policies, log inspections, work with a team across shifts, and adapt to plant needs at different locations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field.
• 3 months of heavy equipment experience or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move 25–70 pounds.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Commitment to working safely and following company policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate & Monitor: Keep plant operations running safely and efficiently while following daily production schedules.
• Maintain Equipment: Assist with preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs.
• Prioritize Safety: Follow all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout procedures, and promptly report equipment damage or potential hazards.
• Operate Heavy Equipment: Use skid-loaders and/or loaders around the plant and dredge. Training will be provided to perform backup duties on dredges and loaders.
• Keep Things Organized: Maintain clean and safe work areas, organize tools and supplies, and complete required inspection and maintenance logs.
• Work as a Team: Communicate plant conditions and operational updates to the next shift.
• Stay Flexible: Work at various plant locations based on production schedules and business needs.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in related field

Job description

Looking for a hands-on career where hard work, teamwork, and safety matter? Western Sand & Gravel is looking for dependable, hardworking Plant Operators to join our team at our Fremont pit and Ashland plants!

As a Plant Operator, you'll play an important role in keeping our operations running safely and efficiently. From operating equipment and performing routine maintenance to supporting daily production, you'll have opportunities to learn new skills, work with heavy equipment, and grow your experience on the job!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Operate & Monitor: Keep plant operations running safely and efficiently while following daily production schedules.
• Maintain Equipment: Assist with preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and equipment repairs.
• Prioritize Safety: Follow all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout procedures, and promptly report equipment damage or potential hazards.
• Operate Heavy Equipment: Use skid-loaders and/or loaders around the plant and dredge. Training will be provided to perform backup duties on dredges and loaders.
• Keep Things Organized: Maintain clean and safe work areas, organize tools and supplies, and complete required inspection and maintenance logs.
• Work as a Team: Communicate plant conditions and operational updates to the next shift.
• Stay Flexible: Work at various plant locations based on production schedules and business needs.
  

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, values safety, and is ready to be part of a hardworking team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field and at least 3 months of previous heavy equipment experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move 25–70 pounds.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Commitment to working safely and following company policies.
  

Our benefits include

• Retirement Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-the-Job Training
• Wellness Program – with the opportunity to earn five additional days off!
  

Western Sand & Gravel, an affiliated NEBCO Company, mines aggregates along the Platte River near Ashland, Louisville, and Fremont, Nebraska. Concrete aggregate accounts for approximately 70% of the mines' products.

When you join Western Sand & Gravel, you're also joining the NEBCO family.

NEBCO, Inc. is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated Nebraska business with a history dating back to 1908. Today, NEBCO employs more than 1,100 people across 50 locations throughout Nebraska and continues to grow through its diverse business operations.

We’re proud of our history, committed to our people, and focused on building for the future.

Employment is contingent upon meeting position qualifications and job requirements, successful pre-employment reference and background checks, and post-offer drug/alcohol testing and fit-for-employment screening, if required.

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