Production Technician (PM Shift)

Dolese Bros. Co. • Coleman, OK

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About The Position

The Production Technician is an entry-level role supporting safe and efficient plant operations through basic plant monitoring and production activities. Under direct supervision, the technician observes processing equipment performance, supports plant operations, responds to routine process conditions, and develops foundational knowledge of plant systems, including crushing, screening, and conveying operations.

The position follows a night-shift schedule of 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, working five days on followed by three days off. The technician performs equipment inspections, documents equipment condition, supports production flow and dust suppression, helps identify and escalate equipment or process concerns, and maintains safe and organized work areas. The role requires following company safety, environmental, and MSHA requirements and regular, reliable attendance at the assigned worksite.

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 learn how plant equipment and systems function through training and on-the-job experience.
• Ability to develop a basic understanding of plant processes, system monitoring, process flow, process behavior, continuous improvement, and 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 complete written and digital documentation accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a fast-paced environment with 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 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; repeatedly reach and squat; tolerate prolonged standing, walking, and sitting; and 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, and communicate issues to supervision.
• Coordinate material feed according to defined procedures to support consistent production flow.
• Respond to routine alarms and system notifications and escalate 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 contributing 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 operations and identify changes in operating conditions.
• Perform daily pre- and post-operational equipment inspections according to established procedures and accurately document equipment condition.
• Maintain safe and organized work areas through cleanup and support of 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 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.
• Stability as part of a company with more than a century of success.
• Growth opportunities to develop foundational skills in plant monitoring and system operations.
• A supportive, collaborative culture focused on service values, integrity, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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