Production Operator I

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilbert Funeral Services, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Production Operator I to support the precast concrete manufacturing for funeral service, building trades, and agricultural markets.

The role offers hands-on training while learning to handle a range of concrete products, including burial vaults, monuments, lawn crypts, and more. Responsibilities include mold setup, pouring, finishing, quality checks, machine operation, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Entry level position for the precast concrete manufacturer function serving funeral service, building trades, and agricultural markets.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare molds for concrete pouring.
• Apply release agents to ensure easy removal of finished products.
• Cut and bend rebar and wire for reinforcement purposes.
• Use tools and equipment to spread, level, and finish concrete surfaces.
• Monitor the curing process to ensure proper hardening.
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards.
• Perform tests on concrete samples to check for strength, consistency, and other properties.
• Operate and maintain machinery and equipment used in the production process.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure it functions properly.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
• Maintain records of production activities, including quantities produced, materials used, and any issues encountered.
• Report any problems or deviations from production plans to supervisors.
• Perform other duties, special projects, assignments, or tasks, as assigned by management to support the overall goals and objectives.

Job description

Wilbert Funeral Services, Inc.

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The Production Operator I is an entry level position for the precast concrete manufacturer function serving the funeral service, building trades, and agricultural markets. The positions career path provides the opportunity to learn a range of manufactured concrete products, including burial vaults, monuments, lawn crypts, columbarium niches, septic tanks, retaining walls, storm shelters, and agricultural precast products. The entry level operator performs a variety of tasks to ensure the efficient production of concrete products. Training is provided.

Learn and become proficient in the aspects of manufacturing, stripping products from forms, cleaning and oiling forms, applying Unidex bonding mixture and butyl seal, and placing concrete in forms for vaults and urns.

Mold Preparation

• Set up and prepare molds for concrete pouring.
• Apply release agents to ensure easy removal of finished products.
• Cut and bend rebar and wire for reinforcement purposes.

Pouring and Finishing

• Use tools and equipment to spread, level, and finish concrete surfaces.
• Monitor the curing process to ensure proper hardening.

Quality Control

• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards.
• Perform tests on concrete samples to check for strength, consistency, and other properties.

Machine Operation

• Utilize various hand tools required for manufacturing tasks.
• Operate and maintain machinery and equipment used in the production process.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure it functions properly.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain records of production activities, including quantities produced, materials used, and any issues encountered.
• Report any problems or deviations from production plans to supervisors.

Perform other duties, special projects, assignments, or tasks, as assigned by management to support the overall goals and objectives

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.