Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc•Halstead, KS

11d•Onsite

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 collaboration with fellow operators, management, the trucking company, and customers. The company describes itself as family owned, relationship-driven, and committed to maintaining a small-company feel while offering opportunities to learn and contribute.

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 work involving lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work the scheduled days and hours, Monday through Sunday.
Ability to work outdoors in all seasons.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Employment offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR check.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

Assist with testing products in the lab.
Enter quality specifications and batch data into reports.
Sample products to assess quality.
Load and unload trucks and railcars.
Perform minor maintenance on facility 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 provided personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, face shield, long-sleeve shirt, H2S monitor, steel-toe boots, and safety glasses.
Communicate effectively with fellow operators, management, the trucking company, and customers to meet their needs.