About this role
<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><span style="color:#000000"><img src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/c53088e5/f4aec4f4-dbdc-4bfc-8765-3.jpg "></span> </span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Job ID: 525765</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> 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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">To learn more about us go to <a title="" href="www.ashgrove.com " target="_self">www.ashgrove.com </a></span></p> <p> </p><div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Position: </span></strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Quarry Operator </span><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Reports to: </span></strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Quarry Supervisor</span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Pay: </span></strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">$20-$24/hr</span></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: </span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></strong></span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;font-weight:bold"> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Health Insurance </span></span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Dental Insurance </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Vision Insurance </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">401k with company match and profit-sharing </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Tuition Reimbursement </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Disability Pay </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Life Insurance </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> <p><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Growth Opportunities and more! </span></span></strong></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>What you’ll be contributing:</strong> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Responsible for the safe, timely, loading and unloading of quarry material to ensure plant operations are optimized. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">To assure all material flows are continuous and uninterrupted.</span></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Be able to operate heavy equipment for a period of 8 to 10 hours per shift, including loaders, dozers, backhoes and draglines.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Complete all workplace and pre-shift equipment inspections and housekeeping.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Be knowledgeable as to handling types of raw materials in the Quarry.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Complete all required data logs and reports.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">May be required to work overtime, rotating shift schedule, unsociable hour shifts and respond to call outs.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">First Aid care, accident investigation and reporting, and other emergency issues as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Maintain a clean job site; pickup all tools and equipment and secure the job site each day in order to eliminate potential hazards.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Report any housekeeping or material spill problems in the Quarry and/or plant and take necessary actions to notify the appropriate personnel of potential problems.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Material handling and storage.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Load and unload trucks; haul and hoist materials.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Monitor heavy loading equipment lube levels, operating conditions and report and perceived problems and performing pre-shift and post-shift inspections.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Bring problems to the attention of the Quarry Supervisor and/or Manager.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proficient in the operation of heavy equipment.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Perform all safety and pre-shift inspections on all mobile equipment.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Become cross-trained on specific plant equipment in the Quarry.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Report all safety and environmental hazards to the Production Supervisor immediately.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Utilize all safety equipment, personal and otherwise, as required by MSHA standards and Company guidelines.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To assist Production employees by directing, coaching, supporting and delegating as the situation requires.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To work closely with the Control Room Operator and Process/Shipping Operators to ensure all communications are accurate and complete.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Attend safety meetings and trainings as scheduled.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Shift work may be required to complete plant occupational requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To carry required hand tools at all times.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To support short-term and long-term goals set by management.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Support publicly and privately decisions and/or policies of the plant and company.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To assist the Quarry Supervisor and/or Manager as directed.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Additional duties as assigned by supervisor</span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>To succeed in this position, you will need:</strong> </span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">High school graduation or equivalent is required </span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience operating heavy equipment is preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong mechanical skills are preferred</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities and must meet qualifications required for this </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">position</span></span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. Willingness to learn, training will be provided </span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> Able to communicate orally and in writing. </span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for help when needed.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to work under pressure.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to operate loaders, dozers, backhoes and draglines.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To ensure safe operation of equipment and safe work practices.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To operate all process and loading equipment a the highest production level within permitting limits.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To follow all department timeline requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To contact Supervisor and/or Manager, as necessary</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To monitor and maintain all material flows to ensure the quality of the products within specifications.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To serve as a role model in the area of leadership, teamwork, customer focus, safety and environmental stewardship, to ensure alignment with the company’s goals and objectives.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To assist in the training of new employees in the skills and procedures required to perform a task.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Basic mathematical skills</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or diagram form.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to assess process variation through analysis of test data and determine reasonable actions/changes </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">required.</span></span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Basic computer skills. </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>What to expect in a cement environment</strong><strong>:</strong> </span></p> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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 requires 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. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>What’s next for you?</strong> </span></p> <p> </p> </div> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals. </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><em><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies. </span></em></span></p> </div><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong><u>What CRH Offers You</u></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Highly competitive base pay</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Group retirement savings program</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Health and wellness programs</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0pt 0.0in"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0pt 0.0in"> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong><u>About CRH</u></strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest! </span></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">EOE/Vet/Disability</span></p> <p style="text-align:center"> </p> <div> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"> 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.</span></p> </div> <p style="text-align:center"> </p> <p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.</span></p>