Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc•Fort Worth, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is seeking a full-time Facility Operator for their Saginaw, TX facility. This role involves working in a team environment to produce, process, ensure quality, and load/unload asphalt binder for customers. The position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and is not an office-based job. Ergon is a relationship-driven, family-owned company with a strong emphasis on employee learning and contribution, maintaining a small-company feel despite its U.S. and Mexico locations.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
Proficiency in Excel (preferred)
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
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US
Applicants must have a valid driver's license
Employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR

Nice To Haves

Enjoy being outside in a variety of weather conditions
Look for opportunities to learn new skills
Contribute to making our facility an even better place to work

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 proactive tools (safety checklist, etc.)
Ensure good facility housekeeping
Stay current on required training
Wear appropriate provided PPE (hard hat, face shield, long-sleeve shirt, H2S monitor, steel toe boots, safety glasses)
Effectively communicate between fellow operators, management, trucking company, and customers to meet needs