Plant Operator

Arcosa, Inc.; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401k with employer match

11 paid Company holidays

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability and Long-Term DI

Health and Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Discount Programs

Professional Training & Development

Career Advancement Opportunities - We 

Job summary

Arcosa Specialty Materials in Seattle, WA is seeking a Plant Operator to support production and ensure safe, productive operation in a 24/7 aggregate environment.

The role involves loading/unloading, equipment operation, maintenance, and adherence to MSHA safety standards, with potential to learn Limestone Grinding Plants and grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Light maintenance experience and mechanical skills for checks, greasing, oils, bearing changes, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to use welders, plasma cutter and cutting torch.
• 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Warehouse Department by filling product bags up to 50 lbs and 2,000 lb sacks.
• Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
• Monitor and troubleshoot operating equipment.
• Observe gauges and indicators to ensure equipment works properly.
• Conduct area inspections and audits.
• Operate equipment such as Front-end Loaders, dump trucks, forklifts, and manlifts.
• Replenish raw material inventory as needed.
• Learn to operate Limestone Grinding Processing Plants.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance.
• Work in hot and dusty environments as required.

Skills

Light maintenance

Mechanical skills

Welders/plasma cutter

Team player

Weight handling

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Welders

Plasma cutter

Cutting torch

Job description

Arcosa Specialty Materials is searching for a Plant Operator for our Seattle, WA plant. In this role you will support a positive safety culture by supporting the activities and staff within a 24/7 aggregate environment that is regulated by MSHA safety standards.

As a Plant Operator, you will support plant production and operating requirements to ensure safe, productive and efficient operation.

Arcosa Specialty Materials is a leading producer and distributor in the Western and Southwestern U.S. of lightweight and natural aggregates, including expanded shale and clay, crushed stone, sand and gravel, asphalt rock, and other products.

What You Will Do:

• Support Warehouse Department as needed filling product bags to 50 lbs. and 2,000 lb. sacks
• Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
• Monitor and troubleshoot operating equipment
• Observe gauges, dials, and other indicators to make sure equipment is working properly
• Conduct area inspections and audits
• Control and operate equipment such as Front-end Loaders, dump trucks, forklifts, manlifts
• Replenish raw material inventory as needed
• Learn to operate Limestone Grinding Processing Plants.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance
• At times, work in a hot and dusty environment

What You Will Need:

• Light maintenance experience and mechanical skills for elevator checks, greasing, gear box oils, bearing change-out and troubleshooting minor electrical such as resetting breakers
• Ability to use welders, plasma cutter and cutting torch
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to handle 50 lb. bags
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts and Weekends as required
• High school diploma/GED
• 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing or similar environment

Compensation:

• $28.52 - $32.69 / hour

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k with employer match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote within!

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.