Job Description

Job ID: 517112

Ash Grove family of companies 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.

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Position: Control Room Operator  

Reports to: Production Supervisor  

Shift: Rotating 12 hour shifts (days/night) 

Pay: $32-$36/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:  

Works closely with Production Supervisors/Manager, Quality Control, Production Foreman and Process Attendants on plant operations. Monitors control panels, computer terminals or other control systems and resolves plant-related issues associated with equipment temperatures, malfunctions, sensor alarms and plant production.

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.  
• Operates multi-function central process control machinery to grind, separate, filter, treat, refine or otherwise process various materials.
• Makes routine checks of plant equipment and processes.
• May involve observing computer-printouts, video monitors and gauges to verify specified processing conditions and to make necessary adjustments.
• Coordinates equipment for starting up and shutting down production systems in cases of emergency or as required by schedule.
• Participates in safety audits and programs and provides emergency response when required.
• Reports process problems to the Production Foreman and Process Attendants. 
• Responsible for various assigned tasks when plant is not in operation or operator is not needed in control room.

• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor   

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• High school graduation or equivalent is required
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. Willingness to learn, training will be provided  

•   Must be able to distinguish difference in color codes on computers and video monitors.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Working knowledge of PC operations.
• Must be able to work overtime, odd and unscheduled hours as required and share on-call duties. This position requires the ability to work a swing/rotating shift.
• Cement Manufacturing - Knowledge of raw materials, methods, and the tools involved in the mining, production, shipping and packaging of cement.
• Mechanical - Knowledge of equipment used, machines and tools, including their uses, repair of, and maintenance.
• Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of the technology used and manufacturing of cement. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of cement.
• Environmental - Knowledge of proper allocation of waste material

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. Ability to perform tasks that include frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing equipment, and working within confined spaces to access and inspect equipment with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

What’s next for you? 

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

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.  

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

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.

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 official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

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.

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