Production Equipment Operator

Dolese Bros • Drumright, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator performs basic material movement and production support activities to contribute to safe, efficient plant and quarry operations. This entry-level role moves material to appropriate locations based on production needs while developing foundational equipment operation skills and a basic understanding of plant processes under direct supervision. The operator works with assigned mobile equipment and supports consistent plant feed, stockpile levels, and material flow. The schedule is 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some weekends required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to develop proficiency on assigned mobile equipment through training and on-the-job experience.
• Ability to develop a basic understanding of plant operations, consistent material flow, traffic safety principles, and haul-road procedures.
• Ability to complete written and digital documentation accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing work demands.
• Reliability in attendance, work performance, and workplace behavior.
• Willingness and ability to perform physically demanding labor.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, overtime, and weekends as required.
• Ability to lift objects of various dimensions up to 75 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders; work in confined spaces and at elevated heights; balance, bend, crawl, kneel, push and pull; reach and squat; and tolerate prolonged standing, walking, and sitting.
• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces and use vibration-producing tools.
• Ability to work near, around, or on light or heavy equipment and outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in quarry, plant, or heavy equipment operations.

Responsibilities

• Load, haul, stockpile, and strip material according to daily production needs and site conditions.
• Learn and operate assigned mobile equipment safely under direct supervision.
• Feed processing equipment with materials of the required specifications.
• Maintain plant feed and stockpile levels by placing and replenishing material as directed.
• Operate equipment such as loaders, haul trucks, excavators, water trucks, skid steers, and loader feed bins.
• Perform daily pre- and post-operational equipment inspections and accurately document equipment condition.
• Clean and maintain safe, organized work areas and support general site conditions.
• Follow safety, environmental, and MSHA regulations, apply safe work practices, and identify potential hazards.
• Observe work-area conditions and communicate material-flow, equipment, or safety concerns to a supervisor.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance at the assigned worksite.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job as assigned.

Benefits

• Profit sharing for employee-owners.
• Growth opportunities through hands-on equipment operation and exposure to plant processes.
• Company stability and legacy, with more than a century of success.

What This Job Offers

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