Concrete Plant Operator
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who handles weighing and mixing of raw materials, quality control, machine operation, and maintenance inspections at ready-mixed concrete plants.
Description
Concrete plant operators handle the tasks of weighing and proportioning raw materials such as cement, aggregates, and water according to specified ratios, and mixing them in a mixer. They conduct quality inspections such as slump tests to ensure the product meets the required performance standards. In addition to operating plant equipment, daily maintenance inspections, cleaning, and safety management are important duties. Shift work or rotating shifts and night work are common, with work primarily outdoors and inside factories.
Future Outlook
Plant operations remain stable in line with construction demand, with growing needs for quality control and labor-saving measures. A shift to smart plant operations utilizing IoT and automation technologies is expected to advance.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor and Factory Work / Rotating Shifts / Shift / Standing Work and Heavy Labor
Career Path
Operator Apprentice → Plant Operator → Shift Leader → Quality Control Staff → Plant Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Batching Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Mixer Operation / Raw Materials Weighing / Slump Test
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Data Recording / Mix Design / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required for proper mixing and quality control. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is much heavy labor and prolonged standing work, physical stamina is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are predefined, and little creativity is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Concrete Technician
- Forklift Operation Skill Training
- Slinging Skill Training
Aliases
- Concrete Mixer Operator
- Ready-Mixed Concrete Plant Operator
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