Crushing & Ore Sorting Operator - Night Shift
About The Position
The Crusher & Ore Sore Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of crushing and ore sorting equipment, including primary and secondary crushers, vertical shaft impactors (VSIs), screens, conveyors, and optical sorting systems. This role ensures production targets are met while maintaining high standards of safety, equipment care, and operational discipline. The operator also supports sampling, routine inspections, cleaning, and preventative maintenance to optimize plant performance and material quality. Operation of mobile equipment, including skid steers, is a key component of this role.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in mining, aggregate, or industrial operations preferred.
- Previous experience operating heavy equipment and crushers, screens, or material handling equipment in mining or aggregate production strongly preferred.
- Basic mechanical aptitude with ability to assist in troubleshooting and routine maintenance.
- Strong focus on safety and compliance; familiarity with MSHA standards is an asset.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Physical ability to climb, lift up to 50 lbs., work outdoors in all weather conditions, and wear required PPE.
- Good communication skills and attention to detail in monitoring equipment and documenting work activities.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor crushers, VSI, screens, conveyor belts, and ore sorting equipment to ensure continuous, efficient material processing.
- Adjust equipment settings and material feed rates to maintain desired throughput, product size, and sorting accuracy.
- Operate mobile equipment, including ski steers and loaders, for material handling, cleanup, and feeding material into plant systems.
- Perform routine material handling tasks such as stockpile management, clearing buildup, and transporting materials using skid steers.
- Inspect incoming material for size and quality compliance prior to processing and sorting.
- Monitor system performance using controls and software, ensuring optimal separation efficiency and production output.
- Conduct routine inspections to identify safety hazards, mechanical issues, or abnormal operating conditions.
- Perform regular housekeeping duties, including shoveling, cleaning, washing down equipment, and removing debris or buildup.
- Collect, label, and document ore samples to support quality control and process improvement.
- Record production data, downtime, maintenance activities, and sorting performance in logs and reports.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform preventative maintenance, and coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs during planned and unplanned downtime.
- Assist with other tasks as assigned to support overall operations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
