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Advanced Concrete Systems, Inc.
Cement Batch Plant Operator
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Job Summary As a batch plant operator, your job duties include monitoring the mixing process to ensure that the correct combination of cement, stones, chemicals and water are used in the concrete production; addressing any issues. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Report any quality or consistency issues with concrete or mixer system to Plant Manager immediately. Operate the batch plant computer system. Must be able to mix the proper amounts of necessary materials to maintain the needed consistency of cement used during production. Observe computer equipment to ensure efficient operation. Weigh and/or measure ingredients used to make concrete to ensure conformance to requirements. Load materials into cement mixer. Dislodge and clear jammed material from mixer. Examine materials to ensure conformance to established standards. Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the batch plant is working properly. Inspect and evaluate the quality of the cement. Determine what is causing an operating error and deciding what to do about it. Clean and maintain machinery. Record operational and production data on specified forms. Assist in all aspects of production when not operating cement mixer. Core Competencies Must efficiently operate computer controlled batching system that transfers product from storage bins through weigh bins and into ready-mix trucks and maintain maximum production levels. Responsible for reading and interpreting computer orders to control mix design and to set appropriate slump. Must be able to use tools such as sledge hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, pipe wrench, and hand shovel in the operation or maintenance of plant. Must be able to read and write. Must be able to follow directions; paying close attention to detail.. Working Conditions Duties are performed in the plant. Individuals are exposed to noise, moving machinery, dust, fumes and changing temperatures. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include, but not limited to: safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, hard hats and gloves. Physical Demands Ability to climb stairs and ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged standing, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, push and pull objects. Lift objects of various dimension and weights. Ability to operate hand controls with both hands. Ability to operate foot controls with both feet. Ability to tolerate working both indoors and outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather. Ability to work in cramped quarters. Ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels. Ability to tolerate working at heights up to 75 feet.