Block Plant Machine Operator

About the Opportunity

SRM Materials is seeking dependable, safety-minded Block Plant Machine Operators to join our growing team. In this role, you will operate and monitor automated block-making equipment to produce high-quality concrete block products safely, efficiently, and consistently.

Your Mission & Key Responsibilities

• Operate block plant machinery and related equipment safely and efficiently.

• Monitor equipment performance, product quality, and production flow throughout the shift.

• Set up, adjust, clean, and perform basic troubleshooting on machinery as needed.

• Inspect finished block for proper size, shape, color, strength, and overall quality.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Assist with changing molds, clearing jams, and performing routine preventive maintenance.

• Communicate production concerns, equipment issues, and safety hazards to supervision promptly.

• Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and plant procedures.

• Assist other team members and perform additional duties as assigned.

What Sets You Apart

• Prior manufacturing, production, construction, concrete, or equipment-operating experience preferred, but training may be provided.

• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn automated production equipment.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, industrial environment.

• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work around dust, noise, and varying temperatures.

• Must be able to follow safety instructions and work well as part of a team.

About SRM

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is a family-owned, values-driven leader in the ready mix concrete industry. Founded in 1999 with a single plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, we’ve grown to over 600 locations nationwide by focusing on quality, integrity, and service. Our mission is to serve our customers, our communities, and our team members with excellence—every load, every day.

• Growth & Advancement: Be part of a rapidly expanding company that believes in promoting from within. We offer real opportunities for you to build a long-term career and advance your skills, no matter where you start.
• Competitive Compensation: Earn industry-leading pay, with overtime opportunities, annual raises. Our steady workload ensures reliable income for our team members.
• Exceptional Benefits: Take advantage of low-cost medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance. We also offer paid holidays, PTO/vacation, a 401k with a $100 weekly match, family days, and more!
• Consistent, Reliable Work: At SRM Concrete, you can count on steady hours and dependable work. We value team members who are dedicated and ready to go the extra mile.
• Team Culture: At SRM Concrete, we value hard work, respect, and teamwork. We support each other, recognize a job well done, and believe in doing what’s right—on the job and in the community. You’ll find a straightforward, dependable environment where every team member matters.