Quarry Operator

Location: Alpena Cement Plant MI
Job Req ID: 17781

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Quarry Operator

ABOUT THE ROLE

Quarry operators are given primary responsibility of performing all quarry tasks that require the use of heavy mobile equipment.

This role is responsible for ensuring work is completed in a safe, efficient and timely manner and in compliance with environmental requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH


* Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.


* Prioritizes SAFETY, then QUALITY, followed by PRODUCTION


* Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times


* Actively support key safety initiatives at the facility and assist as needed to improve EHS


* Ensure all work areas and equipment are clean, tidy and organized at all times


* Trains and coaches other employees when needed


* Utilizes mobile equipment including, but not limited to:
+ Haul truck up to and including 100 ton
+ Excavator
+ Grader
+ Track dozer
+ Blast hole driller
+ Front end loader (962G, 980, 988,IT28, 992G 992)


* Other duties as assigned on various shifts/schedules


* Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhereing to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.

Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: High School diploma/GED or equivalent.

Additional Education Preferred: Associates/Technical Degree

Required Work Experience: Previous surface mining experience preferred but not required

Required Computer and Software Skills: Working proficiency with computers

Travel Requirements: Minimal

Additional Requirements:


* Basic math, reading, and writing skills are required (English)


* Familiarity with haul trucks, loaders, and various mine equipment


* Ability to work independently, self-starter, yet able to participate within a team environment


* Ability to operate equipment effectively


* Good communication skills


* Strong ability to work self-directed


* Flexible, able to adjust to changing priorities and propose improvement actions


* While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently be required to walk on rocky, irregular surfaces that may be muddy and in reduced lighting conditions.


* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, confined space, outside weather conditions, low lighting, artificial lighting and explosives.

The employee is regularly exposed to we and/or humid conditions, proximity to electrical equipment, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.


* Must be able to pass pre-employment physical/drug/alcohol test.


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