Relief Control Room Operator - New Braunfels, TX at Ash Grove Cement Company in New Braunfels, Texas

Job Description:

Job ID: 503598

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. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

Position: Relief Control Room Operator

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Shift: Rotating shift (includes nights, weekends)

Pay: TBD

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, Paid Sick Time
  

• Tuition Reimbursement
  

• Employee Assistance Program
  

• Disability Pay
  

• Life Insurance
  

• Growth Opportunities and more!
  

Summary:

Operates the control console under general supervision, adhering to established policies and procedures. Responsibilities include starting and stopping all process equipment, adjusting controls for kilns, mills, and other machinery to ensure high-quality production while maintaining safety and environmental compliance. Provides clear verbal instructions to Production personnel and other plant staff as necessary to support safe, productive, and efficient operations.

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.


• Accountable for personnel and equipment safety, emissions, production rate, and other process variables as assigned


• Work with the production staff, keeping them constantly informed of changes or problems that occur during the shift.


• Observes all safety rules, wears appropriate personal protective equipment and keeps work areas and equipment clean and orderly.


• Works with the Environmental manager in the execution of environmental testing on equipment


• Dispatches production employees or other plant personnel as needed to observe equipment and assess and/or resolve equipment and process problems


• Monitor and interpret process parameters on all equipment in the plant, such as temperatures, pressures, flow rates, vibrations, etc...


• Coordinate with the maintenance department on equipment statuses for LOTOTO, repair progress, and any equipment issues


• Submits work request to maintain the reliability of equipment


• Work in cooperation with Lab personnel in the effort to produce quality products. This may include cross training and running samples with Lab personnel to effectively learn the chemistry of clinker and cement products and by-products


• Operate equipment including, but not limited to the Material Transportation Systems, Roller Mills, Precalciners, Coal Mills, Kilns, Coolers, Finish Mills and Utility Equipment


• Able to interpret operations based on process charts, and graphs


• Works towards achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) by setting targets, monitoring progress, and implementing strategies for continuous improvement.


• Prepare reports regarding operations and silo inventories in a timely and accurate manner


• Answer incoming calls in a professional and courteous manner and direct calls as needed


• 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


• A minimum of 5 years in cement production and thorough knowledge of the kiln process is required

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.

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


• A diverse and 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.

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