Production Associate

at OLDCASTLE APG, INC. in; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is seeking a production machine operator to operate plant machinery and ensure product quality. You will read specifications, adjust settings, and monitor operations to prevent defects while maintaining clean, organized work areas.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 3 years of experience with production machinery, plus basic electronics, hydraulics, and PLC understanding. Proficiency with Microsoft Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ≥3 years operating production machines.
• Basic understanding of electronics and PLCs.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and electrical basics.
• Ability to read safety rules and manuals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Set stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by scale, rule or templates.
• Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunction.
• Reviews product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearances assuring product meets quality requirements.
• Performs routine machine maintenance.
• Assists other operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product.
• M maintains housekeeping in assigned areas.

Skills

Production machine operation

Electronics basics

Programmable controllers

Hydraulics knowledge

Reading technical documents

Basic math

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Operate plant machinery as directed while adhering to all rules and regulations mandated by safety policies and procedures to produce a superior product.

Job Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Set stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by scale, rule or templates
• Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunction
• Reviews product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearances assuring product meets quality requirements
• Performs routine machine maintenance
• Assists other operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product
• Makes sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned areas

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; or at least one month of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of 3 years of experience operating production machines
• Basic understanding of electronics and programmable controllers
• Know the basics of hydraulics, electricity, and tools
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Experience working with Microsoft Suite to include Word, Excel, etc.

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.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative 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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