Terminal Operator I

CRH; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match and profit‑sh­

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Pay

Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is seeking a Terminal Operator I in Des Moines, IA. The role involves daily loading/unloading, on-site safety adherence, and assisting with site maintenance to support 5S initiatives and a better customer experience.

You will engage with customers on site, operate on-site equipment, and follow safety programs. Requires a high school diploma; 1 year of experience preferred; OSHA 10 certification is expected.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Willingness to learn; training will be provided.
• Proven customer service skills and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Loads trucks and/ or rail cars per daily schedule using on-site systems.
• Unloads product per daily schedule using on-site systems.
• Operate on-site mobile equipment and receive training.
• Maintain shipping logs and prepare bills of lading.
• Assist with basic site maintenance and 5S standards.
• Provide solid customer experience on site.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Reading/writing labels

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America’s leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

Position: Terminal Operator I

Reports to: Terminal Manager

Shift: M-F 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Pay: $21/hr

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match and profit-sharing
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary

The Terminal Operator I will complete daily loading, unloading, administration and safety requirements on site. They will also actively participate in site maintenance and upkeep to drive the 5s and “make it better” programs. The Terminal Operator I will actively engage with customers to ensure that we are providing a solid customer experience on site.

What You'll Be Contributing

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Gains full understanding and demonstrate adherence to the safety program
• Loads trucks and/ or rail cars as per the daily schedule utilizing the on-site systems
• Unloads product as per the daily schedule utilizing the on-site systems
• Operates on site mobile equipment and receive training
• Handles inquiries and orders for customers and sales personnel
• Maintains shipping logs, prepares bills of lading, and calculates split-load tonnages based on a customer's instructions
• Works with company apps for site emails, safety incident reporting, completing training and other programs.
• Maintains supply point and 5S standards
• Assists with basic maintenance of equipment on site
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To Succeed In This Position, You Will Need

• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• High school graduation or equivalent is required
• Willingness to learn, training will be provided
• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred
• Proficient in customer service skills
• Receive basic site safety training including First Aid and all applicable LSR Training
• Receive OSHA (IHSA) 10 hour certification

What To Expect In a Cement Environment

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise require compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative 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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