Process Attendant #6 Mill | Midlothian Tx Cement Plant

Martin Marietta•Midlothian, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision of Shift Supervisor, monitors quality, performs housekeeping duties, routinely inspecting and lubricating machinery, collects measurements and samples.

Requirements

Must have a willingness and ability to learn new tasks and operate with considerable focus on safety
Must have ability to understand all major components of the grinding circuit on a ball mill, such as: Mill ball charge Cement Blaine and 325 targets Mill liners and screens Limestone addition and Limits Mill Slide Shoe bearings Free limes and Alkali limits Air Separator operation Effect of grinding aids to mill operation.
Cement FK Compressor Effect of excessive mill temps on cement.
Cement FK pumps Effect of gypsum in process
Understand how process changes effect cement quality and throughput
Knowledge of material handling systems
Understand the purpose and functionality of all equipment used in the finish grinding of cement
Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility
Must be able to operate forklift, skid steer loader, and man lift when necessary
Minimum of (2) years’ experience in cement or related industry preferred
Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in the English language
Pass required physical examination and drug screens
Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 12 hrs.)
Walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground)
Climb stairs and ladders as high as 200 feet in elevation
Physical ability to climb on equipment
Must be able to walk long distances, climb ladders, stairs, and stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spaces
Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings
Drive automobile to various plant sites and work locations. Must be able to travel (air/auto) overnight as needed
Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln process
Will have exposure to all levels of noise that require use of hearing protection
Exposure to cement, clay, limestone and various lab chemicals. See MSDS for more details
Must be able to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, and rain). Noise levels may reach maximum of 106 dba for a period of 5-10 minutes an hour. Must be able to work in conditions including the following: odors, dust, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, hazardous chemicals, and non-hazardous materials. For this job, the nature of these hazards cannot be controlled due to the job environment and job procedures. In this case, the type of safety equipment required is: company issued headgear, gloves, earplugs, steel-toed shoes or boots, safety glasses, respirators, lock-out. Must be able to work rotating shifts

Responsibilities

Perform pre-shift area and equipment inspections daily for safety, maintenance and housekeeping, correcting problems as needed using best judgment or Process Supervisor
Make daily rounds to inspect, lubricate plant machinery, and document machinery status
Monitor FM6 cement quality and assume responsibility for quality, work with operator to maintain this quality.
Assist Finish Mill Control Room Operator as needed to maintain proper function of equipment
Operate bobcat & forklift as needed for cleanup
Perform and assist with minor mill repairs
Collect cement quality samples as needed
Maintain a safe, clean work environment in keeping with MSHA and company rules and standards
Perform housekeeping duties
Other duties as directed by supervisor