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Central Plains Cement Company; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation

401(k)

Job summary

A cement manufacturer located in Altoona, IA, is seeking a candidate for a position that requires conducting safety inspections, managing bulk cement loads, and ensuring compliance with safety practices. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The salary for this role is between $43,000 and $47,000 annually, and the position offers a variety of benefits from day one, including medical and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Mechanical aptitude and work experience are necessary.
• Knowledge of safety practices and regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift safety inspections and complete reports.
• Load and unload bulk rail and bulk truck with cement.
• Ensure trucks are loaded dust free.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Clerical tasks

Use of safety practices

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

IA Des Moines
410 Adventureland Dr NE
Altoona, IA 50009, USA

$43,000 - $47,000 Annually, Overtime Eligible

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts pre-shift safety inspections and completes report.
• Loads and unloads bulk rail and bulk truck with cement.
• Operates and checks air slides and adjusts air pressure when needed.
• Accurately completes required materials management reports (BOL) using the computer and paper forms.
• Operates rail switches for locomotive rail car movement.
• Performs maintenance on terminal equipment as scheduled.
• Performs housekeeping and grounds maintenance duties.
• Work closely with terminal manager, terminal operators, customers, and vendors.

Results/Accountabilities

• Corrects all safety deficiencies immediately.
• Performs lock out tag out and confined space entry permits or tags according to safety regulations.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal and telephone skills when working with terminal employees, customers, vendors, and the public.
• Ensures that trucks are loaded dust free.
• Ensures a high level of accuracy in completing reports.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• A High School diploma or GED is required.

Work Experience

• Mechanical aptitude and work experience
• Successful scores on Work Keys aptitude test.
• Applied Technology - 4 or higher.
• Applied Mathematics - 5 or higher.
• Locating Information - 4 or higher.
• Reading for Information - 4 or higher.
• Physical ability to work at heights and confined space enclosures.
• Demonstrated ability in performing clerical tasks in a neat and accurate manner.
• Knowledge and use of safety practices and regulations (Lock out tag out, Confined Space Entry etc.)
• Proficient using Microsoft Office software, especially Word and Excel.

Benefits Offered on Your First Day

• Medical
• Health Advocate Service
• Vision
• FSA Medical & Dependent Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentive Bonus Program
• Life and AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

EEO Statement

Central Plains Cement Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About The Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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