Lead Production Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc•Garden City, GA

About The Position

Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is hiring a full-time Production Operator at its Garden City facility. The role sets up, operates, or tends machines that mix or blend materials to produce finished products. The operator follows production sheets for product recipes and accurately records quantities and production times. The position also involves handling raw and finished materials, collecting samples and performing directed quality-control testing, and safely handling hazardous materials. Ergon describes itself as a family-owned, relationship-driven company that values employees’ willingness to learn and contribute while maintaining a small-company feel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Time-management skills to report to work on time and meet deadlines.
Strong commitment to a team environment and personal initiative.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic mathematics skills.
Pass a pre-employment assessment test.
Capability to become fork truck certified.
Ability to complete all required training for the position’s tasks.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with computers and computer software, including Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

Support Ergon’s culture, safety practices, and core values.
When needed, unload bulk raw materials and load finished products from trucks to storage.
Transfer raw materials between tanks and from tanks to mixers.
Set up, operate, and tend equipment that mixes, blends, or processes ingredients to manufacture finished products.
Verify and stage raw materials and packaging materials needed for production.
Select and measure or weigh ingredients specified for finished products.
Collect product samples for analysis and perform quality-control testing when directed.
Maintain a clean work area and promote safe work habits.
Maintain good working relationships with co-workers, customers, and associates, and work participatively with supervisors and co-workers.
Perform other duties as required.
Record production and test data for each batch on required forms.
Handle hazardous materials within proper safety parameters.