Salt Operator

Martin Marietta Materials; Waynesville (NC); On-site; USD 3,031,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company matching

Pension Salary Continuation

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Salt Operator at the Main Plant in North Carolina. You will transport salt from production to the warehouse, dispense into supersacks or pallets, and operate the palletizer and packaging equipment under supervision.

The role requires eye protection, steel-toe shoes, ability to lift 55 pounds, forklift certification, and the ability to work in hot or cold environments. You will keep accurate records, print pallet labels, and maintain safe work areas to support on-time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Transport salt from plant to warehouse.
• Operate palletizer and wrappers.
• Print pallet labels from ERP system.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow safety procedures.
• Assist with packaging and shipping documentation.
• Coordinate with Lead Operator on order status.

Skills

Forklift certification

Lifting 55 lb bags

Stamina/standing for shift

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Palletizer

Label printer

Job description

Description A. General Activity:

The Salt Operator takes direction from the Lead Operator, or designee on shift to shift basis, with general oversight of the Production Manager. Generally, the Salt Operator for the Main Plant transports salt from the production area to the warehouse. The salt is dispensed into either supersacks via a hopper system, or palletized bags, via the warehouse palletizer.

Essential Functions:

SafetyWear eye protection at all timesWear steel toe shoes at all timesPerform job functions in a safe manner, including forklift handlingHair and Bear nets are required.ProductionTransport supersacks from the plant to the warehouseTransport pallets of bags from the palletizer to the warehouseFollow packaging instructions for both supersacks and bags as defined in the SCR, or by managementTie supersacks, as needed by production demandsOperate pallet wrapping machineryPrint pallet labels from the ERP system accurately, and on pace with productionComplete batch record paperwork as needed by the Lead Operator, including, but not limited to, tracking of pallets produced by load/customerOperate the super-sacker scales to fill supersacks to setpointChange the setpoint to alter the final fill weightKeep work area clean, and free of salt and debrisOperate both the automatic and manual wrappersLocate specific pallets/loads in the warehousePerform basic trouble shooting for the label printer (i.e.: change labels, ribbon, etc.)Maintain an accurate and complete forklift safety logFollow all safety proceduresMonitor alarm panel, and notify appropriate personnel, if alarm occursCommunicate with appropriate personnel as to which order is running, which has been run, and which will run nextMaintain a stock of slip sheets and pallets, as neededMaintain a cGMP work environmentUse cGDP when applicableKeep the palletizer stocked with slip sheets and palletsBe able to calculate the shift rateOther tasks, as defined by the Lead Operator, or designee

C. Special Knowledge, Skills and Training:

Basic understanding of cGMP and cGDP requirementsThe ability to be forklift certifiedAbility to lift 55 pound bags of saltAbility to climb ladders, and work at on an elevated platformAbility to stand/walk for the majority of the shiftAbility to work in hot, summer environments, and cold, winter environmentsAbility to work around steam, hot liquids, and acidic liquids safely

D. Education (minimum requirements/equivalent):

High school diploma or GEDA member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension Salary Continuation
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program - for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.