Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions•Muskogee, OK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is seeking a full-time Facility Operator at its Muskogee, Oklahoma facility. Facility Operators work as part of a team in the tank farm to produce, process, and ensure the quality of neat and polymer-modified asphalt oil, and to load and unload materials for customers. This is an outdoor, hands-on position—not an office-based job—and involves working in a variety of weather conditions. Operators communicate with fellow operators, management, the trucking company, and customers to meet operational needs. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and an excellent benefits package. Employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test and background check; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work with little supervision.
Ability to read and follow written instructions.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to learn computer skills.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including standing and walking for long periods, lifting 50 pounds with assistance, and performing work involving lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures.
Valid U.S. driver's license.
Ability to work scheduled days and hours, Monday through Friday, with some weekends.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and background check, contingent upon an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Good organizational skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Interest in learning new skills and contributing to the facility and team.

Responsibilities

Assist with testing products in the lab.
Enter quality specifications and batch data into reports.
Sample product quality.
Load and unload trucks and railcars.
Conduct minor maintenance on plant equipment, including pumps, racks, and mixers.
Attend and participate in daily production, quality, and Environmental Health & Safety meetings.
Use proactive safety tools, such as safety checklists.
Maintain good facility housekeeping.
Stay current on required training.
Wear the appropriate provided personal protective equipment.
Communicate effectively with fellow operators, management, the trucking company, and customers to meet their needs.