What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solid Fuels Operator position at Quikrete – Cement?
We are looking for a SOLID FUELS OPERATOR to join our Buffalo, Iowa location. As a Solid Fuels Operator with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials you will receive, prepare, and feed high-quality waste fuel materials into the recycling process to support efficient and reliable plant operations.
Why apply?
- Competitive wages.
- Opportunities for overtime.
- Company provided benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.
About the Role
Responsibilities:
- Receive, prepare, and feed fuel materials at a consistent rate (up to 13 tons/hour).
- Operate production and mobile equipment.
- Use basic maintenance tools, including hand tools, power tools, and rigging equipment.
- Monitors equipment to ensure continuous operations, troubleshoots problems, investigates failures, and takes correct action.
- Conducts operating and minor maintenance on equipment and assists the maintenance crew in significant repairs.
About You
We Require:
- A high school diploma or GED.
- A minimum of 1–year of industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing experience.
- Experience operating, inspecting, and troubleshooting equipment.
- Good organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Experience operating mobile equipment and production equipment.
- Computer literacy.
- Able to work overtime, 12 hour rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends.
About Us
Each day brings new challenges, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands-on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges that you will face.
We offer:
- A friendly and team-oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
- Hands-on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
- A company dedicated to continuous improvement.
Ready to Apply?
- The process is simple. Click on the “apply” button to get started. Good luck!
QUIKRETE® is an equal opportunity employer committed to developing a workforce with well-qualified individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, status with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic/status protected by law. QUIKRETE® is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact the QUIKRETE® Recruiting team at accommodationsforhiring@quikrete.com.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off