Laborer - Operator

 

 

Job ID:  512874

 Ash Grove Aggregates, a CRH company, is a multi-location limestone producer with quarries in Kansas and Missouri. For over 40 years, our mission continues to ensure that we are the producer of choice in the crushed stone industry. Our actions are directed toward attaining and maintaining successful, safe employees and valued customers.

 

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Pay - $20/hr. 

 

Position Overview

To operate the plant efficiently and effectively to maximize production while at all times maintaining a safe work environment.  Develop teamwork and foster team spirit within the production and delivery departments. 

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operates rock, sand and gravel plant to batch, crush or segregate materials used in construction.
• Moves controls on panelboard or control board to control feeding, crushing, and sifting, machinery in sand and gravel plant.
• Observes gauges, dials and operation of machinery to ensure conformance to processing specifications.
• Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers. 
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Report any problems to the Operations Manager, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance of plant is completed.
• May repair machinery, using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
• Responsible for keeping plant clean.
• Report all major maintenance problems to Lead-man or Plant Manager.
• Assist in training less-experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing, and repair of the plant to further their abilities.
• Perform general laboring duties when necessary.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required. 
• Other duties as may be assigned.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education/Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Valid Driver’s License or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), class A or B, and satisfactory driving record is required.
• Two years of related experience preferred.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must possess valid DOT medical card.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as per company policy.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements, i.e., DL/CDL, Class A and/or B Driver with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to work extended hours if needed.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Safety Vest.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Able to operate front end loader and skid loader.
• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations in order to keep time and material records.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively direct others in the workplace.
• Basic knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Basic knowledge in electricity and mechanics.

 

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.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require standing for extended periods of time.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to cli