Production Tech (3rd Shift)

Dolese Bros. Co. • Davis, OK

6d

About The Position

As a Production Tech at Dolese, you will perform basic plant monitoring and production support activities to contribute to safe and efficient operations. This entry-level role focuses on observing processing equipment performance, supporting plant operations, and responding to routine process conditions while developing foundational knowledge of plant systems, including crushing, screening, and conveying operations, under direct supervision. The position works the night shift, 4:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.

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 an understanding of plant equipment and systems through training and on-the-job experience.
• Ability to develop a basic understanding of plant processes, system monitoring concepts, and process flow.
• Ability to develop a basic understanding of process behavior and continuous improvement.
• Ability to develop a basic understanding of system controls and setpoint adjustments within established operating limits.
• Ability to read and interpret safety procedures, operating instructions, and basic technical documentation.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations related to production and operations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members and supervision about plant status and operating conditions.
• Ability to accurately complete documentation in written form and within digital systems.
• 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 to work a flexible schedule, including nights, overtime, and weekends as required.
• Ability to lift objects of various dimensions up to 75 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders; work in confined spaces and at elevated heights; balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects; and reach and squat.
• Ability to tolerate prolonged standing, walking, and sitting, and to frequently walk on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to frequently use vibration-producing tools and work near, around, or on light or heavy equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Monitor processing equipment performance and system status, and communicate status changes, abnormalities, or concerns to supervision.
• Observe crushing, screening, and conveyor systems to help ensure they operate safely and within defined conditions; communicate issues to supervision.
• Coordinate material feed according to defined procedures to support consistent production flow.
• Respond to routine alarms and system notifications, escalating as needed.
• Recognize and escalate basic process upsets and abnormal operating conditions.
• Clear minor jams and support production, process continuity, and dust suppression activities.
• Identify and communicate equipment or process concerns to supervision and maintenance teams to support troubleshooting.
• Participate in root cause analysis by reporting observations and contributing relevant information.
• Communicate equipment issues and process observations to Operational Technology and Reliability & Maintenance teams in support of production.
• Apply an understanding of plant flow and system operations to support consistent production and identify changes in operating conditions.
• Perform daily pre- and post-operational equipment inspections, following procedures and accurately documenting equipment condition in compliance with company policies.
• Maintain safe, organized work areas through cleanup and general site-condition support.
• 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 the supervisor.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance at the assigned worksite.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee profit sharing.

What This Job Offers

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