Martin Marietta

Control Room Operator / Plant Operator

Midlothian, TX

Full-time

About This Job

Under the direction of the Production Superintendent and the control room operator, the plant operator uses computers and sophisticated instrumentation to monitor and make adjustments to the system, including efficient operations of the cement manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

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Operate equipment including, but not limited to the Roller Mills, Kilns, Coolers and Finish Mills

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Monitor all equipment in the plant, such as temperatures, pressures and amp gauges interpreting gauges, charts and instruments to make adjustments as necessary

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Coordinate activities of operating personnel. Has the authority to assign routine and non-routine work

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Answer incoming calls in a professional and courteous manner and direct calls as needed

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Work in cooperation with Lab personnel in the effort to produce quality products. This may include cross training and running samples with Lab personnel to effectively learn the chemistry of clinker and cement products and by-products

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Accountable for personnel and equipment safety, production rates, emissions and other process variables as assigned

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Maintain accurate records of the kilns, finish mills and their auxiliary equipment

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Perform other tasks as assigned by the control room operator and the Production Superintendent

Preferred Education and Experience

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High School Diploma or equivalent.

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Must have minimum 2 years of experience in cement production and thorough knowledge of the kiln process

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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Must be able to multi-task and make sound decisions in a very fast paced and demanding environment

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Ability to make decisions, troubleshoot problems and assist the CRO and production Superintendent

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Must acquire computer knowledge which includes, Windows, Excel, Microsoft and Wonderware Applications

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Must have strong basic mathematics skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

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Ability to clearly communicate with all plant personnel in all areas of the plant using English

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Must be computer literate and have ability to learn new software

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Strong, courteous communication skills

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Team oriented, able to work in a fast paced environment

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Self-starter with ability to work with little or no supervision

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Ability to read and interpret gauges/dials and process video and make competent decisions related to processing equipment

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Must be able to work rotating shift– days, nights, weekends and holidays

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Ability to work with all supervisors and keep them informed of Control Room situations

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Must have leadership skills and the ability to fill in for the CRO if required

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Excellent work ethic – high standard of safe performance and production

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Assist in various labor activities during plant outages.

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Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

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Ability sit or stand for long periods of time while monitoring process control screens to ensure safe and efficient plant operation

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Visual acuity and hearing to see video monitors to read and interpret the video and graphic process representations and hear various warning sounds requiring instant reactions

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Manual dexterity to use computer keyboard, mouse and other basic office equipment

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Ability to work at heights up to 350’ above ground level

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Walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, driving, and squatting to perform the essential functions of this production labor position

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Must use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required. Must be able to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, and/or rain). Must be able to work in noisy environment with noise levels up to 120 dba. Must be able to work in environments including vibration and mechanical and electrical hazards. Must be able to work any assigned shift. May have exposure to dust, cement, clay, gypsum, sand, diesel exhaust, lubricants, solvents, various fuels, etc. (See MSDS’s)

Working Conditions

Must be able to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, and/or rain). Must be able to work in noisy environment with noise levels up to 120 dba. Must be able to work in environments including vibration and mechanical and electrical hazards. Must be able to work any assigned shift. May have exposure to dust, cement, clay, gypsum, sand, diesel exhaust, lubricants, solvents, various fuels, etc. (See MSDS’s)

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