BATCH PLANT OPERATOR

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Batch Plant Operator can operate all batching equipment at the production facility.

Starting pay for this position is $26.64 an hour.

WHY WORK FOR US?

At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results.

In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance

Wellness Incentives

Paid holidays

Flex spending for medical and daycare

Health savings account (HSA)

401(k) plan with profit sharing

Access to Nice Healthcare

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Wishbone Pet Insurance

Critical Illness Benefit Plan

Accident Insurance Plan

Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan

Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with Production and Quality Control departments to ensure accurate batching and record keeping

Operate forklift, trucks, front end loader, crane-ways as well as batching equipment to mix concrete

Work with Maintenance department in doing daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly preventative maintenance

Order materials needed for the Batch Plant

Work with outside vendors in scheduling delivery of aggregates, dyes, and admixtures

Be accountable for recording and carrying out accurately all safety procedures and policies

Ability to continuously improve the batching process

Be able to take the initiative to continuously push the batch plant to produce the highest level possible and troubleshoot when issues arise

Batch concrete when needed for each job

Ability to use math to calculate mix designs, aggregate totals, and other possible calculations needed

Clean mixer area daily

Clean and inspect strand vices

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

High School Diploma or GED

Must have interpersonal communication skills to interact with co-workers, supervisors, and managers

General math skills and ability to read a tape measure

Must be able to solve problems quickly and efficiently

Must be motivated and self-driven to complete a task

Ability to work with others to get the project completed efficiently

Knowledge of products the company uses, and which products would work best

Understand and accepts changes that are implemented to become best in Class

Must have interpersonal communication skills to interact with co-workers, supervisors, and managers

Be an authorized forklift operator or be capable of learning the skills of operating a forklift

Be experienced in operating overhead crane-ways

Must be able to lead a team with respect and dignity

Ability to work with others to get the project completed efficiently

Must be motivated and self-driven to complete a task

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, occasionally

Physically able to push, pull, lift, bend, climb, kneel, twist, squat, crawl and use hands/forearms repetitively and frequently

Ability to move around for up to 12 hours per day

Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, swing stages and man lifts at various heights frequently

Possess a valid driver’s license, and have the ability to operate a motor vehicle

WORKING CONDITIONS

Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements

Moderate to high risk of safety precautions

Moderate to high exposure to production environment

Wet, hot, humid, and wintry conditions (weather related) (plant specific)

Ability to work outside year-round (plant specific)

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

Wells in an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Full-time