Plant Operator

Ash Grove Cement Company; Bucks Canyon (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement is seeking a Plant Operator to support grinding, material handling and pollution control processes at a CRH Company facility in the United States. The role requires knowledge of plant operations, ability to read diagrams, and strong safety practices.

Responsibilities include operating Vertical Roller Mill equipment, monitoring ash levels, coordinating with leadership, and performing maintenance tasks while ensuring cleanliness and orderliness in the plant.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with training or certification in relevant skill or trade.
• At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field.
• Driver's license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture.
• Assist with plant operations, specifically Vertical Roller Mill and associated process equipment, follow written, verbal or diagram instructions.
• Monitors and records daily levels of ground Bottom Ash and Fly Ash in the silos.
• Communicate with Lead Operator, Operations Manager and other line support regarding maintenance/operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with all production/quality/maintenance processes and work being performed.
• Operates small utility mobile equipment on site when required.
• Operates heavy equipment where necessary.
• Performs and/or assists with maintenance on process equipment and facilities as directed by plant management.
• Ensure housekeeping and work areas are maintained properly to meet facility standards.
• Perform mechanical/process troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility.
• Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Blueprint reading

Lifting capability

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Plant Operator (527735)

Requisition ID527735-Posted -Americas Cement-Eco Materials-Full Time-Equipment and Machine Operators-United States-North Carolina

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

The Plant Operator is knowledgeable in all facets of plant operations (grinding, material handling, pollution control equipment & processes. The Plant Operator’s ability to respond by use of effective mechanical, electrical, process or support systems skills is critical for success in this position.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture

Assists with plant operations, specifically Vertical Roller Mill and associated process equipment, follow written, verbal or diagram instructions

Monitors and records daily levels of ground Bottom Ash and Fly Ash in the silos

Communicate with Lead Operator, Operations Manager and other line support regarding maintenance/operational issues

Ensure compliance with all production/quality/maintenance processes and work being performed

Operates small utility mobile equipment on site when required

Operates heavy equipment where necessary

Performs and/or assists with maintenance on process equipment and facilities as directed by plant management

Ensure housekeeping and work areas are maintained properly to meet facility standards

Perform mechanical/process troubleshooting

Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams

Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility

Responds promptly to customer needs

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade

At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field

• Driver's license required

Responds promptly to customer needs

Contributes to building a positive team spirit

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

Meets productivity standards

Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

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.

AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.