Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator (2)

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is seeking a full-time Facility Operator for their Commerce City, CO, facility. This role involves working with a team to produce high-quality asphalt binder. The ideal candidate will possess good organizational, time management, problem-solving, and housekeeping skills, and be eager to learn and contribute. Facility operators produce neat and polymer modified asphalt oil for sale to paving and repair customers. The position is hands-on, working in the tank farm to produce, process, ensure quality, and load/unload materials. This is not an office-based job; it requires working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
Proficiency in Excel (preferred)
Ability to work without supervision
Ability to read and follow written instructions
Basic math skills (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Ability to learn computer skills
Able to lift 50 pounds with assistance and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, climbing tanks and other structures
Valid driver's license
Able to work days and hours as scheduled, Monday through Sunday
Outdoor work in all seasons

Nice To Haves

Good organizational skills
Good time management skills
Good problem-solving skills
Good housekeeping skills
Willingness to learn new 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 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, our trucking company and customers to meet needs