Salt Operator

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Waynesville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

401(k) with company matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Pension

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

A leading supplier of heavy building materials is seeking a Salt Operator in Waynesville, NC. This role involves transporting salt from the production area to the warehouse and requires forklift certification, the ability to lift heavy bags, and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, 401(k) with matching, and more.

Qualifications

• Understand and follow safety procedures.
• Be able to work in various environmental conditions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Willingness to climb ladders and operate in varied environments.
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport salt from the production area to the warehouse.
• Operate pallet wrapping machinery efficiently.
• Complete batch record paperwork accurately.
• Maintain clean work areas and comply with safety rules.
• Troubleshoot label printers and monitor alarm panels.

Skills

Forklift certification

Ability to lift 55 pound bags

Ability to climb ladders

Basic understanding of cGMP and cGDP

Climb ladders

Safety aware

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

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

Safety

• Wear eye protection at all times
• Wear steel toe shoes at all times
• Perform job functions in a safe manner, including forklift handling
• Hair and Bear nets are required.

Production

• Transport supersacks from the plant to the warehouse
• Transport pallets of bags from the palletizer to the warehouse
• Follow packaging instructions for both supersacks and bags as defined in the SCR, or by management
• Tie supersacks, as needed by production demands
• Operate pallet wrapping machinery
• Print pallet labels from the ERP system accurately, and on pace with production
• Complete batch record paperwork as needed by the Lead Operator, including, but not limited to, tracking of pallets produced by load/customer
• Operate the super-sacker scales to fill supersacks to setpoint
• Change the setpoint to alter the final fill weight
• Keep work area clean, and free of salt and debris
• Operate both the automatic and manual wrappers
• Locate specific pallets/loads in the warehouse
• Perform basic trouble shooting for the label printer (i.e.: change labels, ribbon, etc.)
• Maintain an accurate and complete forklift safety logFollow all safety procedures
• Monitor alarm panel, and notify appropriate personnel, if alarm occurs
• Communicate with appropriate personnel as to which order is running, which has been run, and which will run next
• Maintain a stock of slip sheets and pallets, as needed
• Maintain a cGMP work environment
• Use cGDP when applicable
• Keep the palletizer stocked with slip sheets and pallets
• Be able to calculate the shift rate
• Other tasks, as defined by the Lead Operator, or designee

Special Knowledge, Skills and Training

• Basic understanding of cGMP and cGDP requirements
• The ability to be forklift certified
• Ability to lift 55 pound bags of salt
• Ability to climb ladders, and work at on an elevated platform
• Ability to stand/walk for the majority of the shift
• Ability to work in hot, summer environments, and cold, winter environments
• Ability to work around steam, hot liquids, and acidic liquids safely
• High school diploma or GED

A 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• 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
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• 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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.