Ready Mix Batch/Plant Operator | Northwest Austin, TX

Are you ready to start a new career with a leader in the industry and WORLD CLASS team!

What we offer:

• PTO Available as of DAY ONE
• Competitive hourly pay
• Guaranteed to be home every day
• 401(k) plan with company match PLUS an Employee Pension plan
• Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY

Position Summary

This position reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the batching system. Provides leadership to other plant employees in absence of Plant Manager.

Position is located in Northwest Austin, TX at our Volente Ready Mix Plant.

Requirements

• Efficiently operate batching facilities in light of equipment capabilities (computers, batch panel, plant equipment, R/M trucks)
• Record daily delivery statistics and material usage statistics
• Maintain accurate records of fuel inventory and fuel usage by unit
• Adhere to policies regarding handling of petty cash and delivery tickets
• Maintain material inventories and order materials as needed
• Maintain an excellent personal safety record and a clean/safe work environment
• Receive load tickets and load trucks for delivery
• Provides leadership to other plant employees and drivers in absence of Production Coordinator
• Complete various daily, weekly and monthly reports as required to assist Accounting, Distribution and others
• Shoveling, sweeping, picking up trash, painting and general clean up of plant areas, as needed to maintain a clean and efficient work environment
• This position is used to provide relief and will be required to report to various plant locations as needed to support our continuously changing business
• Perform other duties as required

Minimum Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Concrete batching experience strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in reading, writing, math, and operational logic.
• Have extensive product, customer, and equipment knowledge
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent personal safety record
• Current knowledge of D.O.T. and CDL regulations
• Able to handle various details in a stressful situation
• Self-starter with a very high standard of expectations of self and those they work with
• Positive attitude toward other employees, customers, and supervisors
• Excellent work ethic - punctuality, accuracy, attendance

Physical Requirements:

• Operate manual/ computer controls to weigh and dump concrete ingredients –50-100 times a day, read dials, print tickets, talk with drivers/customers on phone, radio and face to face for total shift, sit 45 minutes/ hour
• Daily - Lift up to 80 pounds, climb to 50 feet, sweeping, shoveling, pulling 35 pounds, carrying 50 pounds
• Able to read tickets, maps, batch designs continuously
• Climb to cab (6’ ) 20 times a day. Operate hand and foot controls turn and watch for obstacles, see and hear warnings, see to 100 yards
• Hear and see problem indicators that warrant attention/repairs
• Will be required to stoop, bend, and lift heavy objects such as shovels full of concrete materials etc. on a repetitive basis

Working Conditions

Most time is spent in an air conditioned office environment with periodic outside assignments that may require work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc. Must be able to work early mornings and/or evenings, 12 hour shifts, and Monday thru Saturday schedule.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work a FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE? (Mon -Sat, various start times)

Experience:

• Concrete Batching: 1 year (Required)
• Ready Mix: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location