Plant Operator

Amrize; Michigan; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Amrize is seeking a Plant Operator at our quarry in Presque Isle, MI. The role involves operating and monitoring heavy machinery such as crushers and loaders while ensuring safety protocols are followed.

We are looking for candidates with a high school diploma and 1-2 years of experience in a quarry or industrial setting. The ideal candidate must be mechanically inclined, possess good communication skills, and be physically fit for labor-intensive tasks.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a Quarry or Industrial environment.
• Experience with crushers, screens, and loaders.
• Ability to work independently and make quick decisions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor crushers, conveyors, and screening equipment.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on plant machinery.
• Load and unload materials using heavy equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and report hazards.

Skills

Operating quarry or heavy plant equipment

Understanding of safety protocols

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Amrize as a Plant Operator and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

About The Role

Amrize, a leading supplier of quality, construction building materials in the United States, has immediate openings for an alternating shift Plant Operator at our Presque Isle, MI quarry. A Plant Operator operates and monitors crushing, screening, and heavy machinery to process raw materials like stone and gravel. They ensure equipment runs efficiently, perform routine maintenance, and follow safety protocols at all times.

What You'll Accomplish

• Operate and monitor crushers, conveyors, and screening equipment.
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on plant machinery.
• Load and unload materials using heavy equipment like loaders or excavators.
• Monitor production levels and adjust equipment to optimize output.
• Follow strict safety procedures and report hazards or equipment issues.
• Keep accurate records of material usage, output, and downtime.
• Assist with plant cleaning, shutdowns, and routine servicing.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

What We're Looking For

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Required Work Experience

1-2 years in a Quarry or Industrial environment.

Additional Requirements

• Experience operating quarry or heavy plant equipment (e.g. crushers, screens, loaders).
• Strong understanding of safety protocols in industrial or quarry environments.
• Mechanical aptitude for performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and make quick operational decisions.
• Physical fitness to handle labor-intensive tasks and outdoor conditions.
• Good communication skills for reporting issues and coordinating with the team.
• Flexibility with shifts and willingness to work in a high-production setting.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.