Mix Technician

Oldcastle APG, Inc.; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Medical and dental benefits

Growth opportunities within CRH

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, in Flint, MI, seeks a reliable operator to monitor material blends and maintain presses per product specs. You’ll ensure proper material levels and additives are used while keeping the system running smoothly.

Join a safety-focused team in a 40-hour work week with overtime; requires basic math, ability to lift 40 lbs, and prior hi-lo experience. Training and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous hi-lo experience preferred.
• Basic math, reading, writing and comprehension required.
• Must be a team player with interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Stand or sit for up to 8 hours; able to climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Initial startup and check list – carry out special instructions.
• Maintain required fill levels for silos, surge bins and hoppers.
• Maintain vacuum/pump systems; perform 5S/PMs.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate repairs with Maintenance.
• Monitor boxes/totes/drums and augers; fill/empty/replace as needed.
• Send non-conforming materials to Mix Area for disposition.
• Return unused materials/additives/color to inventory storage.
• Ensure proper labeling and tagging of rejected material.
• Clean blenders and spills; tidy work area.
• Complete logs and paperwork daily/weekly.

Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Color vision

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Safety mindset

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 528855

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Monitor and ensure that the correct blend of materials and additives are being used at the presses per product requirements. Monitor and ensure proper material levels are maintained throughout system.

Job Responsibilities

• Initial startup and check list - Ensure any special instructions are carried out
• Maintain required fill levels for all silos, surge bins and hoppers. If an alarm sounds, take required actions
• Maintain vacuum/pump systems through 5S/PM's
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment or coordinate needed repairs with Maintenance
• Monitor all Boxes/Totes/drums and augers and fill, empty or replace as necessary
• Send any non-conforming materials to Mix Area for disposition
• Return any unused materials, additives, or color to their proper inventory storage location
• Ensure all material has proper labels and that rejected material is tagged properly
• Clean blenders, break down boxes and pallets, clean material spills when needed
• Maintain assigned 5S/PM areas and/or equipment daily or weekly as needed
• Complete all logs and paperwork

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience may be considered
• Previous hi-lo experience
• Basic math, reading, writing and comprehension required
• Must be a team player with demonstrated interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork skills
• Ability to work alone productively with minimum direct supervision
• Ability to multi task by handling diverse assignments concurrently
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Ability to bend, twist, stretch and reach across - approximately 80 times per day
• Ability to safely climb straight ladders
• Must be able to stand and/or sit for up to 8 hours
• Ability to distinguish color
• Ability to work 40 hours per week and overtime as needed

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.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affiantive 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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