Primary Plant Operator - Quarry Production & Safety

Pottsville Quarry; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pottsville Quarry is seeking a Primary Plant Operator in Pottsville, PA to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment, maintain safety standards, and support production schedules. The role requires hands-on experience with crushers and screens, adherence to MSHA and company safety policies, and the ability to perform daily equipment checks.

Ideal candidates will have 3 years of experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work alongside a team in a physically

Qualifications

• 3 years experience
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements

Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Know and follow company start and stop procedures
• Performs daily greasing and oil checks on crushers and screens
• Keeps walkways clear of any debris and reports spillage issues to superintendent
• Performs daily guarding inspections and plant checks and reports any maintenance issues to superintendent
• Inspects screen media to ensure proper condition for maximum production
• Keeps operating booth clean and free from any inappropriate materials
• Carries out duties and work procedures to meet production schedules
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of quarry operations and work crew
• When needed/required assists workers in solving production problems
• Fills out necessary paperwork daily
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

PPE fit test

Physical requirements

Job description

Pottsville Quarry is seeking a Primary Plant Operator in Pottsville, PA to ensure smooth operation of plant equipment, maintain safety standards, and support production schedules. The role requires hands-on experience with crushers and screens, adherence to MSHA and company safety policies, and the ability to perform daily equipment checks.

Ideal candidates will have 3 years of experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work alongside a team in a physically