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Plant Operator

US Aggregates
Thorntown, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

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The Plant Operator role will have the responsibility of maintaining production, maintenance, quality, and safety within the Aggregates' Operations function.

Essential Functions

  • Perform assigned plant rounds; inspect, monitor, troubleshoot, performance test and document plant processes.
  • Operate and adjust plant pumps, motors, feeders and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations.
  • Use gas or electrical welding equipment to weld, braze, and or cut
  • Determine proper rod selection for welding either ferrous or non-ferrous material
  • Must have the ability to fabricate components from instructions on blueprints
  • Have the ability to troubleshoot and/or repair bearings, speed reducers, shafts, pulleys, couplings, sheaves, and belts
  • Have the ability to troubleshoot and/or repair crushing, screening, and conveying equipment
  • Maintain plant maintenance including but not limited to daily shoveling, sweeping, general plant housekeeping, and any necessary repairs or services to mobile and stationary equipment.
  • Report orally and in writing to as required and maintain accurate records (i.e. activity reports, inventory reports, maintenance logs, etc.) as directed.
  • Participate in general training, job specific training and hazardous materials training as required; successfully complete written examinations as required.
  • Understand and follow all policies, procedures and safety rules as applicable to facility, job function and equipment.
  • Recommend changes to the operation which may produce safer work processes, savings and efficiencies.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.


Education Qualifications

Required High School or Equivalent


Skills and Abilities

  • Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
  • Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
  • Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math.
  • Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping and daily inventory.
  • Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other pass on information from team members, management or customer.
  • Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as, take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned.
  • Flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, weekends.
  • Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Self-motivation and team orientation
  • Problem solving skills
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Working Conditions/Physical Demands

  • Must have the ability to continuously stand or walk on level or uneven ground.
  • Must have the ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairways and incline catwalks.
  • Must have the ability to bend, crouch and/or kneel at waist or knees.
  • Must have the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50lbs.
  • Ability to work outside majority of the time and withstand extreme weather conditions. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather.

About US Aggregates

US Aggregates is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. With over 20 operations across Indiana, US Aggregates has been a customer-focused, innovative provider of high-quality essential stone, sand and gravel used in road construction, site prep and utilities, agriculture and erosion control. The company also specializes in industrial minerals like dolomitic and high-calcium products. Since 1967, US Aggregates has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality and community. US Aggregates is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.usagg.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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