Production Machine Operator

Techo-Bloc; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the concrete manufacturing sector is seeking Production Machine Operators to ensure efficient production processes. Candidates should have strong mechanical skills, leadership experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The role involves operating machinery, maintaining safety standards, and completing necessary reports. Flexible hours and physical demands are part of the job, making it suitable for motivated individuals looking to contribute to a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 3-4+ years in automated production or Line Leadership.
• Experience with concrete manufacturing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to meet production needs.
• Complete equipment set-up procedures and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mechanical Knowledge

Data Driven

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Tools

Job description

Job Description

Pay: $24-$36/hr + $2/hr shift differential on top of base rate plus O/T

Shift: Monday-Thursday 5pm-5am

Location: Douglassville, PA

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Production Machine Operators will be responsible for the safe and efficient production of the paver and block equipment. This individual must be mechanically inclined and able to learn how to adjust, troubleshoot, repair, and operate machinery in the facility.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate production equipment to meet production needs while maintaining the highest product standards.
• Produce assigned products with verbal and written instructions.
• Complete equipment set-up procedures and preventative maintenance.
• Use tools and measuring devices to maintain, adjust and repair equipment.
• Accurately prepare all necessary production and maintenance reports daily.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy plant components using hoists and hand tools.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Complete minor repairs on equipment and refers issues to maintenance to avoid production delays.
• Follow established guidelines on policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Communicate any product discrepancies or equipment malfunctions to relieving operators and shift managers as part of the shift change procedure.
• Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
• Must be able to operate a front-end loader and fill in when needed (will train).
• Must be able to operate a forklift and fill in when needed (will train).
• Must be able to execute general laborer duties and fill in when needed.
• Conduct daily cleaning and inspection of mixers and all equipment to ensure proper operation and safety standards are met.
• Wear personal protective equipment, and ensure behaviors are safe.
• Follow companies proper lock out tag out.
• Conduct yourself in accordance with Techo-Bloc Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Assist the Chief in daily operations and perform all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3-4+ years of work experience in an automated production or Line Leadership position.
• Experience with Front Line people Leadership
• Strong Data Driven core, with a proven ability to communicate performance, quality, safety, and overall process efficiency and inspire shop floor employees to succeed.
• Basic Mechanical and electrical knowledge is a plus.
• Prefers: Experience in manufacturing concrete and concrete products.
• Experience with concrete manufacturing equipment: Masa, Hess, Omag, Columbia, Rekers and Besser etc. a plus.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ of experience in a similar role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Position specific experience preferred
• Excellent communications skills; written and oral.
• Ability to self-motivate, work autonomously and proactively.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• Availability to work flexible hours and overtime including nights and weekends, when necessary.
• Flexibility, adaptability, organizational skills and professionalism.
• Basic computer skills required. Knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft tools a plus

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently transport and move items up to 75 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Must be able to closely inspect materials and products. Employee must be able to identify color blends, variances, non-conforming color blends with up to three different colors on each product. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain stationary and/or move throughout the facility. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms talk or hear and smell. The employee is frequently required to ascend and descend steps and ladders and position self in tight spaces.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.