Bulk Plant Operator

AMERICAN CEMENTING LLC • Yorktown, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bulk Plant Operator supports our cementing operations by safely and accurately blending and loading cement, chemicals, and/or acid used for pumping jobs. This role ensures materials are prepared to exact specifications and delivered efficiently to the wellsite.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience in bulk plant operations
• Valid Class 1 Driver’s License
• Strong math and measurement skills (ratios, volumes, percentages)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
• Team-oriented with strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Familiar with MSDS, PPE, TDG, and emergency response protocols
• Willing and able to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call
• Consistently demonstrate and promote the principles of Crew Resource Management in all aspects of work.
• Review job proposals or call sheets from Coordinators to understand job requirements and accurately prepare cement or chemical blends.
• Must be able to frequently lift, lower, carry, and move materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 65 pounds.
• Must be able to push and pull equipment, carts, hoses, or other objects requiring up to 100 pounds of force.
• Requires frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, crouching, and working at ground level for extended periods.
• Must be able to climb and descend ladders, steps, platforms, and equipment while maintaining balance and stability.
• Requires sufficient manual dexterity and fine motor coordination to operate tools, manipulate small parts, assemble and disassemble components, and perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Requires the physical stamina to perform repetitive physical activities throughout the workday while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators and other safety equipment.
• Requires visual acuity to inspect equipment, read gauges, identify defects, and safely perform maintenance and operational tasks.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with supervisors, coworkers, customers, and other personnel in shop, office, and field environments, as applicable.
• Candidates selected for employment may be required to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) to determine their ability to safely perform these essential job functions, consistent with applicable law.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future employment sponsorship.
• At this time, we are not considering applicants located outside of the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Drive bulk trucks to assist with cement loading as needed

Responsibilities

• Operate bulk plant systems to load cement, chemicals, and acid per job requirements
• Monitor and control blending equipment, pressures, and flow systems
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the plant; perform equipment maintenance
• Review job sheets and coordinate blend specifications
• Safely load/unload supplier deliveries using forklifts or pallet jacks
• Maintain inventory levels and ensure samples are properly stored and tracked
• Complete and submit accurate shipping and inventory documentation
• Drive bulk trucks to assist with cement loading as needed
• Adhere to all safety standards and report hazards or incidents promptly
• Attend weekly safety meetings and support a culture of Crew Resource Management
• Exercise stop-work authority when needed for safety or process concerns
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational and organizational goals
• Execute daily Bulk Plant operations, including loading cement and additives, housekeeping, inventory control, and sample storage and tracking.
• Accurately calculate, measure, pour, and weigh cement, chemicals, and/or acid for blending operations.
• Monitor and adjust pneumatic pressures and valve controls to regulate material flow during blending and loading processes.
• Safely load blended materials (cement, chemicals, or acid) into bulk or acid trucks for delivery, and retain field samples as required.
• Load and unload supplier deliveries using pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on plant equipment (e.g., blowers, forklifts, and other bulk equipment).
• Support cement-loading operations by driving Bulk Trucks when required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records for all plant materials.
• Complete all required documentation (e.g., shipping papers, inventory logs, blend/load records) with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Adhere to and promote American Cementing Safety Standards at all times—in the shop, yard, field locations, and during travel.
• Promptly report hazards, near-misses, incidents, and injuries to the supervisor.
• Actively participate in weekly safety meetings and safety training activities.
• Understand and follow all operational, technical, and safety standards applicable to assigned tasks.
• Exercise Stop Work Authority and use assertive communication to raise concerns or suggest safer or more efficient methods.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Dependent Life options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer match (after 90 days)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED