Operator

JOB SUMMARY Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and performing site work based on accepted company procedures. Duties will include overseeing the loading and unloading of materials, monitoring inventory levels, testing material, conducting routine inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to upholding operational standards to achieve operational targets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Comply with Eco Material Technologies Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture.
• Attend regular safety meetings and follow all safety guidelines as required.
• Maintain communication with utility.
• Monitor and record levels of fly ash in silos and place orders as needed.
• Pull samples of fly ash from loads and silos for testing and perform required tests.
• Load trucks, rail cars, or barges with fly ash directly from the silo.
• Unload trucks, rail cars, or other delivery systems to fill fly ash silos.
• Weigh trucks and rail cars and record the information in relevant operating systems or production sheets and create tickets for billing.
• Operate all loading equipment for loading trucks and/or rail cars, including: water truck, dump truck, vacuum truck, or forklift on site when required.
• Operate production equipment including start-up and shut-down.
• Assist in the disposal operation where required.
• Perform maintenance on grounds, equipment, and facilities as directed.
• Responsible for all paperwork and reports as required.
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility.
• Report any safety, quality, or equipment maintenance items to Supervisor.
• Assist with maintenance repairs and projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Responds promptly to customer needs.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Strong verbal communication skills for conveying instructions, reporting issues, and collaborating with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Manages time effectively and meets productivity standards.
• Observes safety and security procedures, including using equipment and materials properly and following all safety absolutes.
• Capacity to deal with problems and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Works well with others, follows instructions from supervisors, and coordinates tasks with coworkers to achieve project goals.
• Consistently punctual and reliable.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Ability to adapt to changing job site conditions, equipment requirements, and project priorities.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE The employee should have the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade.
• 1 - 2 years experience in a relevant field.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee should possess the ability to:

• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or out.
• Prolong standing or sitting in a stationary position.
• Occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Complete repetitive movements.
• Bend and/or twist.
• Ascend/descend stairs or ladders.
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds.
• Move or traverse about the facilities.
• Work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision, and hardhat protection).

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

SCHEDULE 6am-3pm M-F