Plant Attendant

Overview

Titan America is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Plant Attendant to join our team at the Roanoke Cement Company in Troutville, Virginia. This position performs a variety of operational, maintenance, material handling, and general labor duties that support safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible cement manufacturing operations.

 

The Plant Attendant plays a critical role in maintaining production efficiency by operating equipment, supporting maintenance activities, handling materials, and assisting multiple departments throughout the plant. The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to workplace safety, and the flexibility to work in a dynamic industrial environment.

 

This position offers a starting wage of $28.17 per hour. New employees will complete a 120-day probationary period during which the hourly rate will be $26.17 per hour. Upon successful completion of the probationary period, employees will transition to the full hourly rate.

Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a “Safety First” culture by identifying and reporting unsafe conditions immediately.
• Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety standards.

Operations

• Perform general labor duties throughout multiple plant departments.
• Operate and monitor equipment used in the cement manufacturing process, including conveyors, crushers, mills, and material handling systems.
• Meet daily production schedules and document operational performance.
• Maintain housekeeping standards throughout assigned work areas.

Maintenance Support

• Inspect equipment and identify abnormal operating conditions.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and report malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Assist maintenance personnel with repairs, preventative maintenance, and plant outages.
• Support equipment reliability through routine inspections.

Environmental Compliance

• Follow environmental regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Support dust control, emissions reduction, and spill prevention initiatives.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and environmentally responsible manner.

Material Handling

• Safely handle and transport raw materials, fuels, additives, and finished products.
• Operate forklifts, loaders, or other mobile equipment as qualified and assigned.
• Load and unload materials while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Teamwork and Communication

• Work collaboratively with operators, maintenance personnel, supervisors, and other departments.
• Communicate operational concerns, equipment issues, and safety observations promptly.
• Contribute ideas for improving safety, productivity, and efficiency.

Training and Development

• Participate in required training and certification programs.
• Develop knowledge of cement manufacturing processes and plant operations.
• Stay current on industry best practices and company procedures.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical manuals, procedures, and instructions.
• Proven attention to detail.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, walking, and working in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade school certification, technical training, or an associate degree in a related field.
• Two or more years of industrial manufacturing or heavy equipment operating experience.
• Experience operating forklifts, loaders, or other industrial equipment.

Benefits

Titan America offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance programs
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization