Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.
Position Overview Perform plant tasks involving physical labor for plant cleaning and labor support to other plant departments as directed by the Production Supervisor. May operate a variety of hand and power tools; and mobile equipment. May clean and prepare work areas; clean up rubble and debris and remove waste materials. May assist other workers.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with all posted and required MSHA and Company Safety Policies and a commitment to providing a safe environment for themselves, co-workers and visitors to the facility
Clean the plant of materials or process spills – using brooms, shovels and wheel barrels that may weigh 200 pounds full; carry buckets that weigh as much as 50 pounds full; pneumatic scrapers that weigh approximately 20 pounds; air lances ¾ inch in diameter to 3 feet to 10 feet long, that weigh approximately 10 pounds.
Remove cement build up from equipment by use of hammers and mallets that weigh between 1 and 10 pounds.
Run mobile equipment in the plant: loader, bobcat, forklift, manlift and dump truck.
Clean the plant by using high pressure fire hose that weighs approximately 100 pounds and exerts approximately 100 pounds of thrust when in use.
To be fully trained and to perform the duties of Process Attendant, as described above in the absence of, or when the Process Attendant requires help performing his task.
Operates plant processing equipment, maintains product quality and production output. Report any deficiency to supervisor for corrective measures.
Assist in other work areas of the facility when necessary to meet site emergencies or production priorities
Clean the plant of materials or process spills – using brooms, shovels and wheel barrels that may weigh 200 pounds full; carry buckets that weigh as much as 50 pounds full; pneumatic scrapers that weigh approximately 20 pounds; air lances ¾ inch in diameter to 3 feet to 10 feet long, that weigh approximately 10 pounds.
Remove cement build up from equipment by use of hammers and mallets that weigh between 1 and 10 pounds.
Run mobile equipment in the plant: loader, bobcat, forklift, manlift and dump truck.
Clean the plant by using high pressure fire hose that weighs approximately 100 pounds and exerts approximately 100 pounds of thrust when in use.
Maintain a clean job site; pickup all tools and equipment and secure the job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.
Material handling and storage.
Load and unload trucks; haul and hoist materials.
Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
Bring problems to the attention of the Production Supervisor and/or Manager.
Become proficient in the use of a Bobcat style front end loader and forklift to move and lift large loads and objects.
Perform work place exams, safety and pre-shift inspections on all mobile equipment.
Report all safety and environmental hazards to the Production Supervisor immediately.
Utilize all safety equipment, personal and otherwise, as required by MSHA standards and Company guidelines.
Attend safety meetings and trainings as scheduled.
Shift work may be required to complete plant occupational requirements.
Become cross-trained on specific plant equipment and positions on specific plant classifications. Laborers may be scheduled to perform work in higher job classifications in the case of classification vacancies. Laborers most be trained and full qualified in the case of classification vacancies.
Education
High School Graduate or GED, preferred
Qualifications
1 Year related experience and/or training; or Equivalent combination of education, skills, abilities and experience
Requirements
Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities and must meet qualifications required for this position.
About CRH Americas
CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.
CRH Americas is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our career site. Please complete your online profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!
Ash Grove Cement is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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