Production Technician

Dolese Bros•Ponca City, OK

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician is responsible for the overall production of the White Eagle sand and screening plant. This role will oversee the daily operation of the plant including, but not limited to, operations, routine maintenance, cleanup, production, inventory control, safety, environmental compliance, customer service, and quality control.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in relevant field of study OR High school diploma or equivalent AND at least some experience in aggregate or related industry required
Must possess a safe work history
Must have a good record of behavior and attendance
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and fix mechanical problems on equipment including pumps, conveyors, crushers, screens, etc.
Understanding of and ability to operate crushers, screens, and conveyors with computerized controls
Ability to read, write, and figure basic mathematical calculations
Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
Must possess mechanical aptitude, figuring out how objects work and move, alone and in relation to other objects
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Willing to learn and work collectively in a team environment
Excellent communication, observation, and reading comprehension skills
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including swing shift, graveyard shift, nights, overtime, and weekends as required
Lift, push, or pull objects of various dimensions up to 100 lbs. of weight frequently
Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and climb ladders
Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects
Ability to work near, around, or on light or heavy equipment
Ability to use vibration producing tools frequently
Ability to tolerate working in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions
Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, or walk on uneven surfaces and tolerate prolonged standing/sitting/walking
Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Ability to verbally communicate, hear, and see

Responsibilities

Ensure all plant crushing, screening, and conveyor systems operate safely, efficiently, and within all quality specifications
Identify, communicate, plan, and execute plant performance improvement projects
Troubleshoot issues that arise with crushers, screens, and conveyors and collaborate with reliability and maintenance personnel to remedy the problem
Communicate effectively with Plant Operations Technician to start, stop, maintain, and troubleshoot plant equipment
Intimately understand plant flow and mechanical equipment operation to optimize daily production
Build effective relationships with plant support personnel to rally resources during downtime or upset plant conditions
Promote and maintain a culture and attitude of continual improvement, working within the Dolese team to make it an efficient, safe, and enjoyable place to work
Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement
Coordinate with reliability and maintenance team to fix issues that arise with the plant
Address root cause issues that regularly cause cleanup throughout the plant
Ensure a safe workplace is maintained in accordance with company policies and MSHA guidelines
Maintain plant and parts areas, mechanically and aesthetically, including crushers, screens, conveyor belts, work areas, parts storage areas, electrical rooms, etc.
Organize and track spare parts needed in different areas of the plant
Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, and outside agencies
Ensure the proper storage of all materials, parts, and supplies
Operate and drive light and heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner
May perform workplace exams to identify problems that might affect future plant availability and performance
Regular, reliable attendance at the worksite or assigned work location
Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed