Production Tech (3rd Shift)

Dolese Bros • Davis, OK

4d

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 from 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, 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 plant status and operating conditions clearly to team members and supervision.
• Ability to accurately complete written and digital documentation.
• 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 weighing 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 from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects; 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.
• Ability to tolerate outdoor work 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 issues as needed.
• Recognize and escalate basic process upsets and abnormal operating conditions.
• Clear minor jams and support basic production, process continuity, and dust suppression activities.
• Support troubleshooting by identifying and communicating equipment or process concerns to supervision and maintenance teams.
• Participate in root cause analysis by reporting observations and relevant information.
• Communicate equipment issues or process observations to Operational Technology and Reliability & Maintenance teams to support 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 and accurately document equipment condition according to established procedures and company policies.
• Maintain safe, organized work areas through cleanup activities and general site 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

• Profit sharing for employee-owners.
• Stable employment with a company described as having more than a century of success.
• Opportunities to develop foundational skills in plant monitoring and system operations.

What This Job Offers

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