Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator
About The Position
Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is hiring a full-time Facility Operator at its Halstead, Kansas facility. The operator works with a team in the tank farm to produce and process neat and polymer asphalt oil, ensure product quality, and load and unload materials for customers. The role involves hands-on work and requires organization, time management, problem-solving, housekeeping, communication, and a willingness to learn and contribute to the facility. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and have a valid driver's license. Employment offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check. Ergon is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
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.
- Able to lift 50 pounds with assistance and perform work involving lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures.
- Valid driver's license.
- Able to work scheduled days and hours, Monday through Sunday.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in Excel.
Responsibilities
- Assist with testing products in the laboratory.
- Enter quality specifications and batch data into reports.
- Sample products to assess quality.
- Load and unload trucks and railcars.
- Perform minor maintenance on 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 with required training.
- Wear the appropriate provided personal protective equipment.
- Communicate effectively with fellow operators, management, the trucking company, and customers to meet their needs.
Benefits
- Great pay.
- Great benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
