Control Room Operator

TEXAS LEHIGH CEMENT COMPANY LP - BUDA, TX

$35 - $43hr./Based on Experience

Job Summary:

Reporting directly to the Kiln Coach, the Control Room Operator is responsible for monitoring, controlling, and optimizing the cement process from the central control room to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent plant operations. This position oversees kiln, mill, and material handling systems through computerized process controls.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Maintain awareness of plant operating costs and budget targets.
• Properly operate all the process equipment included in the plant and centralized control system.
• Make real-time adjustments to equipment and process variables to maintain product quality and meet production targets.
• Generate required operating and laboratory reports.
• Monitor and understand air pollution control device operation and permit requirements to ensure environmental compliance.
• Support and maintain the plant safety program through day-to-day safety contacts with employees, hold department toolbox talks, inspect work areas, conditions and requirements are observed and comply with company safety standards.
• Other duties assigned by department manager.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of process control systems and proper operating principles
• Previous experience in a control room or plant operations role, preferably in cement or related industry
• Familiar with quality control principles, quality control instruments, and their operating procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively across all departments at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work 12 – hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work outdoors in demanding physical conditions including walking over rough and uneven surfaces, climbing ladders up to 20 feet and stairs, bending, pushing, pulling, and working in awkward positions, working in confined spaces, sitting for extended periods of time, and lifting and carrying materials up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to wear all required PPE that could include Steel Toe Boots/Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, and Respirators.
• Commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
• Ability to pass required background checks, physical examination, and drug screening

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Technical or vocation training in related fields preferred

Essential Physical Demands & Frequency Definitions:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Bonus Program
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (effective immediately)
• Retirement savings plan (401k) with company match (effective immediately)
• Supplemental Life Policies (Employee, Spouse, Child)
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Salary : $35 - $43