Terminal Operator I

Terminal Operator I

Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

Position: Terminal Operator I

Reports to: Terminal Manager

Shift: M-F 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Pay: $23/hr

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k with company match and profit-sharing, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Disability Pay, Life Insurance, Growth Opportunities and more!

What You'll Be Contributing

Reporting to the Terminal Supervisor, the incumbent will be required to operate & maintain equipment involved in the loading and unloading of cement from silos, rail cars, or trucks. Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. Receive, position and unload hopper rail cars or trucks according to accepted, unloading, practices. Report operating and maintenance problems to the Terminal Supervisor. Load customer trucks and common carriers in a timely and efficient manner recognizing the company policy on load limit weights and clean air standards. Prepare bills of lading and maintain inventory records. Perform emergency, periodic and preventive maintenance on all equipment according to the terminal maintenance program. Recommend cost saving and work simplification ideas. Maintain the terminal in a clean, neat and tidy condition, which properly reflects the company's image. Support company safety program through the use of safety equipment and the observance of safe work methods. Handle special assignments or projects as needed. Able to handle terminal alone for short periods of time. Shift hours demand careful and responsible work habits for longer periods of time. Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To Succeed in This Position, You Will Need:

High school graduation or equivalent is required. One to two years experience is preferred. Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. Willingness to learn, training will be provided. Mechanical ability an asset. Experience with inventory control software, proficiency with MS Word and Excel. Must be safety aware and able to adhere to company safety requirements. Good communication skills to deal with truckers, customers and other employees. Work well with others and individually. Effective problem solving, Decision making and attention to detail. Significant use of memory. Ability to lift and carry up to 74 lbs.

What to expect in a cement environment: Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.