Plant/Process Operator Location: Hinkley, CA About the opportunity Turner Staffing Group is partnered with an established quarry operation in Hinkley, CA, and is seeking a Plant/Process Operator to join their team. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in keeping a plant running safely and efficiently and wants steady work with a reliable operation. What you'll do • Operate and monitor crushing, screening, and conveying equipment to produce aggregate to required specifications. • Start up, run, and shut down plant equipment following safe operating procedures. • Monitor material flow, adjust settings, and make corrections to maintain production rates and product quality. • Identify and clear jams, blockages, and spillage around crushers, screens, and conveyors. • Perform routine inspections, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance on plant equipment. • Report mechanical issues and assist maintenance personnel with repairs as needed. • Complete pre-shift workplace exams and maintain accurate production and equipment logs. • Keep work areas clean and organized, including housekeeping around belts and walkways. • Follow all MSHA regulations and site safety policies, including lockout/tagout procedures. • Communicate with the plant supervisor, loader operators, and other crew members to coordinate production. What we're looking for • [1–2+] years of experience operating a crushing, screening, or processing plant in an aggregate, quarry, mining, or similar heavy industrial setting. • Working knowledge of crushers, screens, conveyors, and related plant equipment. • Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems. • Strong commitment to safety and the ability to follow procedures consistently. • Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime, weekends, or extended shifts as production requires. • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the Hinkley site. Preferred qualifications • Current MSHA Part 46 training. • Experience with plant control systems or PLC-operated equipment. • Loader or heavy equipment operating experience. • Basic welding or maintenance skills. Physical requirements and work environment • Work outdoors in desert conditions, including extreme summer heat, wind, and dust. • Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs and ladders for extended periods. • Ability to lift up to [50] pounds regularly. • Work around heavy machinery, loud noise, and moving equipment while wearing required PPE. • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.