Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions•Roswell, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is hiring a full-time Facility Operator at its Roswell, New Mexico facility. The role works with a team in the tank farm to produce and process neat and polymer-modified asphalt oil, ensure product quality, and load or unload materials for customers. This is an outdoor, hands-on position in varying weather conditions, not an office-based job. The company describes itself as family-owned, relationship-driven, and committed to maintaining a small-company feel while operating at locations across the United States and Mexico.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work without supervision.
Ability to read and follow written instructions.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to learn computer skills.
Ability to lift 50 pounds with assistance and perform tasks involving lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work scheduled days and hours Monday through Sunday.
Ability to work outdoors in all seasons.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Excel.
Good organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and housekeeping skills.
Willingness to learn new skills and contribute to the 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 EHS meetings.
Use proactive safety tools, such as safety checklists.
Maintain good facility housekeeping.
Stay current on required training.
Wear the provided appropriate personal protective equipment.
Communicate effectively with fellow operators, management, the trucking company, and customers to meet needs.