Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon, Inc.; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Matching 401(k)

Health

Life

Disability

Dental

Vision

Holiday

Personal

Sick Time

Maternity Leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Ergon, Inc. is seeking a Facility Operator for the Muskogee, OK facility to join a small, team‑oriented operation producing asphalt binder.

The role involves working outdoors in varying weather, assisting with lab testing, data entry, and loading/unloading materials for customers. Candidate will operate in a fast‑paced tank farm, participate in daily production and quality meetings, and adhere to safety protocols while maintaining housekeeping and completing required training.

Qualifications

• Basic math and reading comprehension are required.
• Ability to learn computer skills and follow written instructions.
• Able to meet physical requirements including lifting up to 50 pounds and outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with testing products in the lab.
• Input quality specs and batch data into reports.
• Sample product quality and load/unload trucks/railcars.
• Perform minor maintenance on plant equipment and ensure safety meetings are attended.

Skills

Basic math

Read and follow instructions

Learn computer skills

Meet physical requirements

Valid US driver’s license

Work with little supervision

Outdoor work in all seasons

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Facility Operator - Working with a tight-knit team to produce high quality asphalt binder.

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

We are seeking a full-time Facility Operator at our Muskogee, OK, facility. Facility Operators produce neat and polymer-modified asphalt oil for sale to paving and repair customers. The position works in the tank farm with other operators as a team to produce, process, 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 we can better serve our customers.

This position offers a competitive hourly rate with an excellent benefits package including:

• Profit Sharing
• Matching 401(k)
• Health
• Life
• Disability
• Dental
• Vision
• Holiday
• Personal
• & Sick Time
• Maternity Leave
• Tuition Assistance

and more.

Job Duties:

• Assist with testing products in the lab
• 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, racks, mixers)
• Attend and participate in daily production/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

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Ability to read and follow written instructions
• Basic math skills (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Ability to learn computer skills
• Able to meet physical requirements of the role including standing, walking for long periods, lift 50 pounds with assistance, and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures outside
• Valid US driver's license
• Able to work days and hours as scheduled, Monday through Friday; some weekends. Daylight/1st shift hours, OT available. Shifts may be 8 - 12 hours depending upon the season
• Outdoor work in all seasons and potentially adverse weather conditions

Position to be filled: Operator / Facility Operator

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 and background check.