Plant Operator | Days | Jones Mill Quarry

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Malvern (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, vision, and wellness benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is hiring a Plant Operator at their Jones Mill Quarry in Arkansas. As a Plant Operator, you will perform various semi-skilled tasks around production facilities, such as monitoring equipment, maintaining safety protocols, and operating heavy machinery.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in aggregate operations, and be able to work in a team-oriented environment. Competitive benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in aggregate/mining operations.
• Experience with heavy mining equipment and basic maintenance.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts and in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various semi-skilled duties around production facilities.
• Operate equipment safely and adhere to safety rules.
• Perform preventative maintenance and assist with repairs.

Skills

Safety orientation

Ability to operate heavy equipment

Basic mathematical aptitude

Reading equipment manuals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1+ year of aggregate/mining plant operations

Tools

Heavy mining/construction equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Plant Operator | Days | Jones Mill Quarry

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Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunities
• Annual Pay Increases
• PTO Available as of DAY ONE
• Opportunities to grow with company
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee stock purchase program
• Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
• Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on DAY ONE

Position Summary

The Plant Operator position involves assisting with a variety of semi-skilled duties around production facilities. These duties include lubricating machinery, shoveling spillage areas, monitoring the plant conveyors, shakers, crushers, feeders, and pumps, and inspecting plant daily. Additional duties may require training on plant mobile heavy equipment such as haul truck, motor grader, water truck, crane, etc.

Essential Responsibilities

• Proactive in SAFETY and works well in a team environment
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with training and manufacturer’s instruction
• Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations
• Perform pre-shift safety inspection on the systems, equipment and accessories
• Perform preventative maintenance and service equipment
• Inspect equipment and report needed repairs to supervision
• Assist in plant maintenance and repairs
• Responsible for good housekeeping of plant and equipment
• Perform duties with minimum supervision
• Assist with operation of other equipment as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• 1+ year of aggregate/mining plant operations
• Experience with a variety of hand tools
• Experience with operation of heavy mining/construction equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, possible weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed
• Must be able to read equipment operating manual
• Must be able to complete pre‑shift inspection report
• Must be able to read and interpret gauges
• Must possess basic mathematical aptitude to complete daily reports
• Must be able to wear all required safety equipment
• Must be able to communicate over CB radio or with hand signals and warning sounds, with coworkers regarding movement of vehicles and mobile equipment
• Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner
• Must be service oriented with proven ability to work in a team environment

Physical Requirements

• This job requires the ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel‑toed boots and hearing protection
• Must be able to work at various heights
• Must be able to climb stairs to a height of 100 ft. and work at this height
• Must be able to climb on and off equipment to operate and service
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around all areas of equipment
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 45 lbs
• Must be able to walk across steep/rough terrain
• Ability to use hand tools such as shovels, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.
• Ability to operate radio, CB radio, computer and other equipment as required
• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls
• Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions

Working Conditions

There will be times when outside assignments may require periods of work in all weather conditions—heat, cold, wet or dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Benefit Summary

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.