Quarry Plant Operator: Boost Output & Safety

Amrize; Manquin (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life

Health Savings Accounts

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize is seeking a Plant Operator for our quarry in Manquin, Virginia. You will operate and monitor crushing, screening, conveying, and processing equipment to ensure steady production and product quality, while adhering to safety and environmental policies.

You will work with maintenance and production teams to optimize operations, perform routine inspections, and keep detailed production records. A high school diploma and 2–5 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience operating equipment in an aggregate quarry, crushing plant, mining operation, or similar industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor crushing, screening, conveying, and processing equipment to maintain consistent aggregate production.
• Control and adjust plant operations to optimize production rates, material flow, and product quality.
• Inspect equipment and identify mechanical or operational issues before they result in production delays or breakdowns.
• Routine maintenance, lubrication, and equipment inspections to support reliable plant performance.
• Monitor stockpiles, material flow, and product specifications to ensure aggregate meets quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot plant equipment and make operational adjustments to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Conduct quality checks and sample materials to verify products meet established specifications.
• Safely operate mobile and fixed plant equipment while following company safety procedures and quarry regulations.
• Coordinate with quarry, maintenance, and production teams to keep material moving efficiently from extraction through processing.
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and maintenance records and communicate equipment or production issues to supervision.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

Skills

Equipment operation

Process optimization

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Crushers

Screens

Conveyors

Feeders

Plant controls

Job description

Amrize is seeking a Plant Operator for our quarry in Manquin, Virginia. You will operate and monitor crushing, screening, conveying, and processing equipment to ensure steady production and product quality, while adhering to safety and environmental policies.

You will work with maintenance and production teams to optimize operations, perform routine inspections, and keep detailed production records. A high school diploma and 2–5 years of relevant experience are required.