Dryer Operator

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Dryer Operator

Architectural Products Group

Hurst Texas United States

Job ID 530095

Oldcastle a CRH company is reinventing whats possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water energy and communications markets throughout North America. Were a trusted and strategic partner to engineers contractors distributors specifiers retailers and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete polymer concrete and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG Oldcastle Infrastructure Belgard® hardscape Echelon® Masonry RDI® railing Catalyst Fence Solutions Sakrete® packaged concrete Amerimix® mortar Pebble Technology International® pool finishes and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Dryer Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a fluid bed or rotary dryer and associated conveying equipment in the drying process. Duties include start-up operation adjustment to proper parameters basic preventative maintenance and cleaning of the equipment and work areas as well as the safe operation of a front-end loader and other mobile equipment.

Job Responsibilities

Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements

Observe dryer operation and perform adjustments to maintain set parameters

Receive bulk truckloads of aggregates from outside carriers

Operate a front-end loader to fill bulk material silos to meet daily production demands

Perform routine machine maintenance

Startup machinery for daily production

Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and communicate maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel

Perform housekeeping tasks

Monitor product quality and dryer operating conditions including temperatures airflow and moisture levels and make adjustments as necessary to meet specifications

Maintain production records and communicate operational issues to supervisors and maintenance personnel

Follow all safety policies procedures and PPE requirements to maintain a safe work environment

Identify and report safety hazards equipment issues and near-miss incidents promptly

Maintain a clean organized work area and safely operate equipment in accordance with company standards

Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or GEDA minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience

Ability to work with little supervision

Ability to read and interpret operating procedures safety rules and production instructions

Capability to use basic math skills to support operational inventory reporting or transactional activities.

Previous experience operating front-end loaders or similar heavy equipment preferred

Constant work performed in a manufacturing facility with exposure to airborne particles moving mechanical parts weather conditions and noise

Frequent ability to climb stairs and ladders

Frequent ability to bend stoop reach push pull stand sit squat

Frequently lift carry push pull and move materials weighing up to 85 pounds

Good manual dexterity multi-limb coordination and stamina

Ability to wear required personal protective equipment PPE including safety glasses hearing protection gloves metatarsal footwear and other protective gear as required

Demonstrated reliability and ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality

Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Aninclusive 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