Job Description:
Job ID: 504691
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: Reliability Technician
Reports to: Reliability Engineer
At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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401k with company match and profit-sharing
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Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Employee Assistance Program
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Disability Pay
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Life Insurance
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Growth Opportunities and more!
What you'll be contributing:
- Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
- Conducts inspections of plant equipment and machinery for proper operations and lubrication. eoChecks equipment and machinery for noise changes, vibration, and higher-than-normal temperatures.
- Performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and adjustments on equipment and machinery.
- Adds lubricants to equipment and machinery to ensure proper lubrication levels for smooth operations.
- Develop solutions for vibration issues quickly and efficiently
- Effectively convey technical information to team members and clients
- Monitors inventory levels of oil, grease, and other lubricants.
- Prepares required paperwork regarding lubrication schedules and activities.
- Assists in the operation and maintenance of plant liquid cooling system.
- Performs proper cleanup and disposal of used oil and grease.
- Performs general housekeeping duties and job cleanup.
- Reports issues and problems to supervisor and creates work requests in Computer Management Software.
- Sample gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, and monitoring oil changes when samples indicate dirty or degraded oil.
- Monitors dust collectors and performs daily inspections as determined by supervisor.
- Changes failed dust collector components.
- Collects dust collector bag samples to determine wear patterns and improper installations.
- Observes the condition of plant water systems. Assists in managing water containment in plant retention ponds
- Monitors water systems used in the production process. Adds acids and chemicals to these systems
- Conducts Method 9 and Method 22 testing to determine if maintenance work is required and as required after completion.
- Works continuously monitoring vibration and temperature sensors, data collectors, and databases to ensure accurate asset health trending.
- Performs routine vibration measurements on equipment and identifies early failure signs and causes.
- Performs acceptance testing for new equipment and after repairs.
- Interprets vibration monitoring data and recommends to plant management regarding equipment's future life expectancy.
- Monitors and records kiln performance and health. Tracks maintenance procedures and recommends necessary corrections to rollers and tires.
- Achieves ISO Vibration Category II certification (Vibration Analyst I).
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor
To succeed in this position, you will need:
- High school graduation or equivalent is required
- 2 years' lubrication experience in a cement or related industry plant facility preferred
- Understanding of mechanical systems and vibration principles
- Ability to diagnose problems and develop effective solutions
- Skill in analyzing vibration data to identify trends and anomalies
- Ability to adjust to new technologies and changing the work environmental
- Proficient in effective written English, verbal communication, and listening skills
- Extensive knowledge of all plant equipment and machinery to understand lubricant types and desired levels of appropriateness for each piece of equipment and machinery in the plant
- Ability to perform welding, pipe fitting, and other general maintenance and repair activities
- Ability to monitor and repair equipment to ensure compliance with environmental regulations is met
- Ability to read and interpret technical information
- Knowledge and understanding of the mechanical operation of plant equipment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office365 Suite and computer applications
- Proficient in problem-solving
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Knowledge of and ability to perform arithmetic, which may include algebra
- Proficient with using personal computers and software, including but not limited to CMS (and Excel)
- Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
- Willingness to learn, training will be provided
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.
EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.
Date: Dec 19, 2024
Nearest Major Market: Lake City
Job Segment: Maintenance, Facilities, Pipe Welding, Testing, Plant Manager, Manufacturing, Operations, Technology
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