Polymer Concrete Machine Operator - Sweetwater, TN (Sweetwater, TN, US, 37874)
Job ID: 489096
Non-Exempt
Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.
Job Description Summary:
Gruber machine operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the polymer concrete automated mixing equipment. The Operator is required to take care of all machine-specific functions such as configuring the equipment, loading, and operating the machine, and optimizing the machine capability. They need to ensure that the machine works at its full capacity, oversee its maintenance, and perform and assist in timely quality checks. They should be a self-starter and should be willing to undergo training if need be, and to understand the operations of new equipment or procedures.
Objectives:
- Operate complex machinery safely, accurately, and efficiently
- Meet the production fulfillment needs of internal and external customers
- Maintain high standards of company procedures and codes of conduct
- Uphold a manufacturing process that is safe, efficient, and sanitary
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the machine is regularly checked and cleaned and remain in safe and efficient operating condition
- Monitor and control the machine performance and settings. Maintain adequate amounts of materials such as rock, calcium, sand, resin and catalyst. Have aggregate bins filled and ready for production daily
- Follow production instructions, whether written or verbal
- Operate machinery in a consistently safe manner
- Maintain 5S housekeeping of area and return to ideal state daily
- Feed raw materials into semi-automated machines and monitor the mixing process for optimal performance
- Fix any minor issues or malfunctions that may occur
- Check the output of the machines and identify any issues. Report production issues immediately
- Maintain high quality of machine-produced outputs and ensure finished parts meet quality requirements
- Manually move molds, trowel and level concrete mix, place fiberglass and foam where needed. Demold parts and maintain proper mold maintenance
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior experience as a machine operator
- Able to obtain a forklift certification
- Strong knowledge of a heavy duty and high-speed machinery
- Strong ability to use measurement tools
- Good understanding of production procedures and best practices
- Excellent knowledge of safety methods and hazard regulations
- Ability to read manuals, blueprints, and handbooks
- Good physical stamina and keen attention to detail
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for entire shift
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A diverse and 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 large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle Enclosure Solutions (OES), a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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