Job Description

“Join the Acme Brick Family”
MACHINE OPERATOR
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) is an organization of professionals in the manufacturing and building
material distribution industry. We manufacture brick and distribute our own brick as well as brick and associated products
manufactured by others. We operate in 13 states with a philosophy that we are much more than a brick manufacturer and
distributor.
Summary
We are seeking a “best in class” Machine Operator with a strong work ethic and desire to be an integral part of an effective
team. The ideal candidate has a natural ability to roll with the punches, being flexible to handle anything that might come
their way. You will be a strong and reliable support to company operations. Not only will your efforts allow us to achieve
organizational efficiency, you will nurture the pleasant work environment our people love.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned) This is a safety sensitive position
 Operates machine that mixes material according to pre-determined formula to make brick/block
 Gathers material as specified by work order; weighs materials, records information on batch cards
 Transfer specified materials into machine for processing
 Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and handling equipment in performing duties
 Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory
 Follow all required work safe practices including lock-out tag-out requirements and wearing of all required PPE in
designated areas
Skills and Experience Required for Success
 Previous experience in a production environment
 Knowledge of power/hand tools
 Good communication skills - both verbal and written
 Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
 Ability to climb, reach, grasp, bend at the waist, twist at the waist frequently
 Ability to frequently work in cramped, confined spaces
 Ability to wear PPE (personal protection equipment) – required and provided
Competencies Required for Success
 Integrity
 Strong Work Ethic
 Teamwork
Education and/or Experience
 High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and
perform pre-employment substance abuse testing