Plant Operator

Eco Material Technologies; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan/group retirement savings

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Eco Material Technologies, a CRH company, is seeking a Plant Operator to support grinding, material handling and pollution control operations. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year in a relevant field and a high school diploma.

The role involves monitoring ash levels, coordinating with leadership, and maintaining safe, productive plant conditions. Training and certification in relevant skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Complies with all safety guidelines and participates in safety meetings.
• Responds promptly to customer needs and follows instructions from leadership.
• Maintains productivity and accuracy while performing plant operations.
• Demonstrates reliability with regular attendance and timeliness.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate heavy equipment when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant operations, including Vertical Roller Mill and related equipment, following instructions.
• Monitor and record daily levels of ground Bottom Ash and Fly Ash in silos.
• Communicate issues with Lead Operator and Operations Manager; coordinate maintenance needs.
• Ensure compliance with production, quality and maintenance processes; perform shift handovers.
• Operate and maintain light utility equipment on site; assist with required heavy equipment use.
• Perform maintenance on process equipment per plant management direction; ensure clean work areas.
• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams; troubleshoot mechanical/process issues.
• Attend safety meetings and maintain safety standards; ensure timeliness and scheduling flexibility.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Plant Operator (530414)

Requisition ID530414-Posted11/03/2026-Americas Cement-Eco Material-Full Time-Equipment and Machine Operators

Eco Material Technologies, a CRH company, is North America’s leading producer and marketer of supplementary cementitious materials. The company applies innovative technologies, materials processing capabilities, and technical expertise to recover, process, and supply fly ash, natural pozzolans, and other advanced materials for concrete production. Its operations include managing coal ash from active power generation as well as recovering and processing ash from legacy storage sites for beneficial use. Eco’s extensive distribution network and customer support provide reliable access to high-quality products that improve concrete strength, durability, and workability while supporting lower-carbon construction.

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

• 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
• Attends regular safety meeting and follows all safety guidelines as required. Conduct shift handover meetings
• 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
• Provide peer coaching discussions to correct issues
• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility

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
• Responds promptly to customer needs
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction
• Uses time efficiently
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Meets productivity standards
• Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Compensation

• The hourly pay range is $18-22.66/hr
• 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
• 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 Affinitive 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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