Plant Operator

Overview

The Company

The Clyde Companies have been around for almost 100 years. Starting off as WW Clyde, the small family run business, has now turned into nine separate subsidiaries collaborating on numerous projects each year. The enterprise is comprised of companies that span from administrative services to insurance and from building materials to construction. Bridgesource is one of those subsidiaries and they source sustainable resources that directly support the concrete industry. We are looking for a Plant Operator who wants to make an impact and join the Clyde family!

 

The Position

 Are you a hard worker that isn’t afraid to get dirty at work? As Plant Operator, you’ll spend your time performing essential functions that help the plant operate and ultimately allow us to get our products into our customer's hands. 

 

These tasks include, but are not limited:

• Plant opening and closing responsibilities
• Unload railcars
• Problem solving and diagnosis
• Operate a railcar mover as needed
• Scale railcar ladders
• Work from heights to lance and empty railcars
• Performing basic maintenance and repair of the plant and its equipment
• Inspect and perform railcar repairs (depending on severity)
• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Site clean-up
• Other task around the plant as assigned

We are growing and we want you to be a part of it!

 

Preferred skillsets we are also looking for include: 

• Experience with  railcar movers 
• CDL or knowledge of DOT and FMCSA rules
• Experience with mechanical plant maintenance
• Organizing the work and leading teams using SOPs

See job description below for more in-depth description.

 

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance at a minimal cost;
• Options for a Health Savings Account (HSA);
• Free access to telehealth if you elect the medical insurance;
• A health and wellness program that saves you money on insurance premiums;
• Free mental health resources;
• Physical therapy resources;
• Generous family forming benefits (fertility and adoption);
• Generous Paid Time off that is accrued on a weekly basis;
• Paid Pregnancy leave and Paid Parental leave to bond with a new child;
• Profit-sharing plan to share in the companies’ success;
• 401(k) plan with a match (available to ALL employees);
• $30 monthly cell phone stipend to cover cost of cell phone use;
• Uniforms provided and laundered;
• All required safety equipment (PPE);
• And more!

Job Description

FUNCTION: Under the direction of Plant Manager, Plant Operator preforms railcar unloading, truck loading, and other plant work as instructed.

 

REPORTING TO: Plant Manager

 

KEY ACTIVITIES:

• Visualize, fulfill, and implement the company vision and core values;
• Operate the truck loading system and rail unloading system in a safe and efficient manner;
• Operate a rail car mover as needed following safety measures;
• Participate in plant safety walkthroughs and inspections;
• Conduct equipment inspections;
• Assist in the maintenance of equipment;
• Maintain a safe work environment;
• Communicate with plant supervisors to accomplish the daily work plan; and
• Perform other duties as required.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions;
• Problem solving skills;
• Ability to communicate clearly;
• Works well with others; and
• Able to lead by example.

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Experience organizing and leading the work;
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent experience;
• Operate railcar mover experience preferred;
• Mechanically inclined;
• CDL or knowledge of DOT and FMCSA rules;
• Mechanical plant maintenance preferred;
• Rail experience;
• Experience in safety sensitive positions preferred; and
• Experience with railcar and truck unloading equipment preferred.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to move up to 30 - 50 lbs. repetitively;
• Frequent bending, standing, lifting, climbing, scaling, and ongoing physical activity; and
• Regular exposure to outdoor elements.

 

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with this job.  It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making employment decisions. Duties associated with this job and the corresponding job specification may be changed at any time to accommodate Company business needs