Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

ergoncareers; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions in Memphis, TN is seeking a full-time Facility Operator to join a tight-knit team outdoors, handling asphalt binder production, loading, and quality checks.

The role emphasizes safe operations, teamwork, and hands-on maintenance, with requirements including a high school diploma, ability to lift 50 pounds, proficient Excel use, and a valid driver’s license. Candidates should enjoy varied weather and on-site work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Clean driver’s license and driving eligibility in the US.

Responsibilities

• Input quality specifications and batch data into reports.
• Sample product quality.
• Load and unload trucks and railcars.
• Conduct minor maintenance on equipment in the plant (pumps, rack, mixers).
• Attend and participate in daily productive/quality/EHS meetings.
• Utilize our proactive tools (safety checklist, etc.).
• Ensure good facility housekeeping.
• Stay current on required training.
• Wear the appropriate PPE (hard hat, face shield, long-sleeve shirt, H2S monitor, steel toe boots, safety glasses).
• Effectively communicate between fellow operators, management, our trucking company and customers to meet needs.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

Reading instructions

Math skills

Team communication

Physical stamina

Lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Facility Operator - Working with a tight-knit team to solve everyday issues of producing high-quality asphalt binder.

We are a great company with great pay and benefits. Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned with locations through the U.S. and Mexico, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small company feel.

Our position is for a full-time Facility Operator at our Memphis, TN, facility. The ideal operator would possess good organizational, time management, problem-solving, and housekeeping skills. We want people who look for opportunities to learn new skills and can contribute to making our facility and even better place to work.

Our facility operators produce neat and polymer modified asphalt oil for sale to paving repair customers. The position works in the tank farm and operators as a team to produce, ensure quality, and load/unload materials directly to our customers. Please do not apply if you are looking for an office-based job. We need people who enjoy being outside in a variety of weather conditions so that as a team we can better serve our customers.

Facility Operator Dutes:

• Input quality specifications and batch data into reports.
• Sample product quality.
• Load and unload trucks and railcars.
• Conduct minor maintenance on equipment in the plant (pumps, rack, mixers).
• Attend and participate in daily productive/quality/EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) meetings.
• Utilize our proactive tools (safety checklist, etc.).
• Ensure good facility housekeeping.
• Stay current on required training.
• Wear the appropriate, provided PPE (hard hat, face shield, long-sleeve shirt, H2S monitor, steel toe boots, safety glasses).
• Effectively communicate between fellow operators, management, our trucking company and customers to meet needs.

Operator Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Proficiency in Excel (preferred).
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Basic math skills (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, & divide).
• Ability to learn computer skills.
• Able to lift 50 pounds with assistance and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, climbing tanks, and other structures.
• Valid driver's license.
• Able to work the hours and days scheduled.
• Outdoor work in all seasons.

Ergon, Inc. is an EEO employer and a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license. Any employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.