General Labor

The County Materials Family of Companies manufactures and delivers concrete construction products to meet the demand for growing communities. Since 1946, we've relied on our talented and dedicated team members to provide reliable products with personalized service.

We're hiring a Plant Team Member to join County Prestress Division in Salem, IL

Job Summary

As a Plant Team Member, you will perform essential duties in concrete manufacturing and precast production, supporting fabrication, forming, and finishing operations. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in physically demanding work environments and are committed to safety, teamwork, and high-quality concrete production.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform general manual labor, including loading, unloading, lifting, and transporting materials within production departments.
• Assist with steel fabrication, form setup and teardown, concrete placement, bed preparation, strand pulling, and concrete finishing.
• Assemble and position form components based on work instructions, drawings, or blueprints.
• Use screeds and hand tools to level and finish concrete during production.
• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts after completing required training.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with plant safety standards.
• Follow all safety guidelines, procedures, and production instructions to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Support daily production needs by performing additional tasks as assigned.
• Assist with training new team members in basic production and safety procedures as needed.
  
  

COUNTY Core Competencies

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation
  
  

Job-Based Competencies:

• Production & Plant Operation Management
• Quality Control
• Machine Operation
• Material Handling
  
  

Experience & Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, construction, or concrete production preferred but not required.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills through on-the-job training.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and flexible to support team and production needs.
• Ability to bend, lift, and move up to 50 pounds regularly throughout a standard shift.
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments.
  
  

Work Environment

• Work in an indoor, non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• May work outdoors in extreme hot or cold temperatures, depending on plant layout and production activities.
• Work near moving, loud machinery and equipment, including potential electrical hazards.
  
  

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, grasping, and handling materials or equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, and lifting/moving materials up to 50 pounds (and heavier with assistance).
• Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate clearly, and perform job duties safely.
• Operation of tools, machinery, equipment, or vehicles specific to concrete manufacturing and production.
  
  

The County Materials Family of Companies connects candidates with rewarding careers in concrete manufacturing, an industry that's growing faster than most. We work alongside individuals to leverage their skills and align them with diverse job opportunities in production, transportation, safety, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, risk management, and more.

Military service members and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits Overview

Central Processing Corporation is the payroll and benefit service of the County Materials Family of Companies.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Short-term & Long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• 8 Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Referral rewards program
• Wellness program with rewards
• Flexible Savings Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• $200 Boot Allowance
• Safety focused: GUARD for Life
• Voluntary critical illness & accident insurance
• Optional Uniform Program
  
  

English: https://hub.countymaterials.com/hubfs/Benefits.pdf

Spanish: https://hub.countymaterials.com/hubfs/Benefits-Spanish.pdf

County Materials Family of Companies is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer ; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires.