Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions•Memphis, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is hiring a full-time Facility Operator at its Memphis, Tennessee facility. The role works as part of a close-knit team in the tank farm to produce neat and polymer-modified asphalt oil for paving repair customers, maintain product quality, and load and unload materials for customers. This is an outdoor, hands-on position in varied weather conditions, not an office-based job. The company is family-owned, operates locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico, and emphasizes a small-company feel, teamwork, learning, and employee contribution. The ideal candidate has strong organizational, time-management, problem-solving, and housekeeping skills; is willing to learn; and can work independently while communicating effectively with coworkers, management, the trucking company, and customers. Employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and hold a valid driver's license. Ergon, Inc. 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 arithmetic skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to learn computer skills.
Ability to lift 50 pounds with assistance and perform work involving lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work the scheduled hours and days.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all seasons and varied weather conditions.
Authorization to work in the United States.
Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

Enter quality specifications and batch data into reports.
Sample product to assess quality.
Load and unload trucks and railcars.
Perform 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.
Work as part of a team to produce asphalt oil and ensure product quality.