Shipper

Holcim Ltd.; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Job summary

Amrize North America Inc. is seeking a Shipper Advanced at the Alpena Cement Plant in Michigan to manage boatloads of cement, ensure proper load blending, and complete required paperwork. All duties emphasize safety and teamwork in a heavy industry setting.

The role requires proficiency in boat loading operations, ability to follow ISO and SOP procedures, and strong communication with distribution and terminal staff. Training on environmental and safety policies is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or n/a years of equivalent experience.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in duties of Shipper Advanced for at least 12 months.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in operation of boat loading tower equipment and controls.

Responsibilities

• Generate boatload information to sales, loading vessels, and distribution.
• Fill in for Shipping Leader as required.
• Communicate boatload information to departments and terminals.
• Ensure safe operation of the loading system.
• Load cement in an environmentally safe fashion.
• Process boatload papers, transfer schedules and bills of lading.

Skills

Shipper Advanced

Boat loading

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Location:Alpena Cement Plant MI
Job Req ID: 17217

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ABOUT THE ROLE

The individual functioning in this capacity will generate boatload information to the proper areas, ensure that proper load blending is achieved and will process all necessary paperwork. All duties are performed in a work-safe manner; plant safety rules are followed and the individual works as a team member. The primary responsibility of this position is that of boatload specialist.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Generates boatload information to sales administrative assistant, loading vessels, distribution, terminals, and Inland Lakes Management.
• Fills in for Shipping Leader as required
• Communicates boatload information to department, distribution and terminal personnel.
• Responsible for the safe operation of the loading system.
• Responsible for loading to be done in an environmentally safe fashion.
• Recreates cargo designs based on changing conditions.
• Operates boat-loading system.
• Processes boatload papers, transfer schedules and bills of lading.
• Generates boatload information via the computer.
• Follows ISO procedures and SOP’s for proper operation.
• Understand and comply with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies to assure that environment, health and safety are the first priority of the business. Actively support key safety initiatives at the facility and assist the department as needed to improve EHS performance and results.
• To include all dimensions of Shipper Advanced.
• Quality Control - Maintains quality of three types of cement totaling 2,650,000 tons.
• Vessel Load Specialist - Loads approximately 200 vessels per year with 3 types of cement totaling ~2,650,000 tons
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: High school diploma or equivalent or n/a years of equivalent experience.

Additional Education Preferred: Associate's degree

Field of Study Preferred: College or technical school experience preferred
Required Work Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in the duties of a Shipper Advanced and a minimum of 12 months of experience as a Shipper Advanced.

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated proficiency with all duties associated with storage operations.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in the working operation of all equipment and controls in the boat loading tower.
• Knowledge of load blending instructions.
• Ability to recreate cargo designs.
• Trained in vessel stern manuals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic lab quality training – two week course under the direction of the QC Department.
• Trained in “Stearn’s Report” for the proper cargo design and loading procedures.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee will frequently be required to walk on rocky, irregular surfaces that may be muddy and in reduced lighting conditions. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently/occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and rarely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, confined space, outside weather conditions, low lighting, artificial lighting, and explosives. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, proximity to electrical equipment, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

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