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The H&K Group

Primary Plant Operator

The H&K Group, Douglassville, Pennsylvania, United States, 19518


H&K

does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Great Benefits offered!

Primary Plant Operator

US-PA-Douglassville

Job ID:

2024-2424Type:

Regular Full-TimeCategory:

QuarryDouglassville Quarry

Overview

Douglassville Quarry,

a division of the

H&K Group, Inc.,

is seeking a Primary Plant Operator to provide smooth operation of plant equipment. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, professional, and experienced with plant operation and maintenance.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?Competitive salary commensurate with experience100% Company-paid Health Benefits401(k) Savings and Investment PlanTuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programsAdditional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policiesKnow and follow company start and stop proceduresPerforms daily greasing and oil checks on crushers and screensKeeps walkways clear of any debris and reports spillage issues to superintendentPerforms daily guarding inspections and plant checks and reports any maintenance issues to superintendentInspects screen media to ensure proper condition for maximum productionKeeps operating booth clean and free from any inappropriate materialsCarries out duties and work procedures to meet production schedulesSuggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of quarry operations and work crewWhen needed/required assists workers in solving production problemsFills out necessary paperwork dailyOther duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) OR one month of related experience and/or training

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Basic mechanical abilitiesVerbal and written communication skillsLeadership and teamwork skillsSelf-motivated and organizedSafety-focusedAbility to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as neededAbility to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience3+ months of related experience and/or trainingExperience with equipment maintenanceExperience with loader operationsExperience with Q329 caterpillar trackhoe and LT105 portable crusherMSHA or other relevant safety certifications

Physical DemandsRegularly required to sitRegularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or fell, and reach with hands and armsFrequently required to talk and hearOccasionally required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlOccasionally lift and/or move up to 25 poundsSpecific vision abilities including distance, peripheral, and depth perception

Work EnvironmentRegularly exposed to outdoor weather conditionsFrequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibrationsFrequently exposed to fumes or airborne particlesNoise level is usually loudWith an extensive mining history dating to the 1930’s, H&K Group, Inc.’s (H&K’s)

Douglassville Quarry

(formerly Pottstown Trap Rock - Douglassville Quarry) defines construction aggregate. Originally acquired by H&K in 1995,

Douglassville Quarry

continues to supply the southern Berks, Montgomery and Chester County, PA region with exceptional quality construction aggregate products and materials delivery.

Our

Douglassville Quarry

operation also features rail access for bulk material supply and/or delivery.

The H&K Group, Inc.

provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with

H&K Group, Inc.

At

H&K,

we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

H&K

does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)Pre-employment Physical [for outside positions only]

100% Company-Paid Health Benefits

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