Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is a family-owned, relationship-driven company with locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico, priding itself on maintaining a small-company feel. This full-time night shift (Midnight - 8:30am) Facility Operator position is located at their Saginaw, TX facility. Facility Operators are responsible for producing neat and polymer-modified asphalt oil for sale to paving and repair customers. The role involves working in the tank farm as part of a team to produce, process, ensure quality, and load/unload materials directly to customers. The company emphasizes that this is not an office-based job and requires individuals who enjoy being outside in a variety of weather conditions.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
Ability to work with little supervision
Ability to read and follow written instructions
Basic math skills (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Ability to learn computer skills
Able to meet physical requirements of the role including standing, walking for long periods, lift 50 pounds with assistance, and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures outside
Valid US driver's license
Able to work days and hours as scheduled, Monday through Friday; some weekends. Daylight/1st shift hours, OT available. Shifts may be 8 - 12 hours depending upon the season.
Outdoor work in all seasons and potentially adverse weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Excel
Good organizational skills
Good time management skills
Good problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Assist with testing products in the lab
Input quality specifications and batch data into reports
Sample product quality
Load and unload trucks and railcars
Conduct minor maintenance on equipment in the plant (pumps, racks, mixers)
Attend and participate in daily production/quality/EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) meetings
Utilize our proactive tools (safety checklist, etc.)
Ensure good facility housekeeping
Stay current on required training
Wear the appropriate provided PPE (hard hat, face shield, long-sleeve shirt, H2S monitor, steel toe boots, safety glasses)
Effectively communicate between fellow operators, management, our trucking company and customers to meet needs