Carmeuse ยท 19 hours ago
Kiln Assistant 1
Clear Brook, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27.28/hr - $27.28/hr
2+ years expCarmeuse is a leading global producer of lime and dolomitic stone, dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. The Kiln Assistant 1 is responsible for collecting, preparing, and analyzing kiln samples, performing routine inspections, and assisting the kiln operator with various tasks to ensure smooth operations in the kiln area.
Mining & Metals
Responsibilities
Collect, prepare, analyze, and dispose of all kiln ROK samples
Clean and organize kiln lab and calibrate sample equipment
Inspect and clean lime handling area (including 901 lime tower, all lime handling transfer points, and top of reject bin)
Inspect and clean the Kiln Feed tunnel, SN-330 tower, and Kiln Area
Perform all required kiln, secondary, and lime handling routine inspections; resolve simple issues safely and effectively, and report larger issues to the Operator or Management
Assist the Secondary Crushing utility as needed for major jobs during the week, and perform routine inspections of the system on nights and weekends
Perform the scheduled greasing of the kiln and lime tower
Complete daily and weekly checklists for kiln area inspections and housekeeping
Perform general shift housekeeping responsibilities
Perform routine or one-off assignments as requested by Supervisor, Kiln Operator, Process Engineer, or Process Manager
Assist the kiln operator as needed with table samples and core checks on the kilns
Collect, prepare, and analyze any and all table samples as requested
Assist the kiln operator or maintenance with any jobs in or around the kiln, lime handling, or secondary stone areas throughout the shift
Ensure the Kiln Feed piles are managed properly with a loader when needed
Fill in for other kiln assistants as necessary (vacations, absences, meetings, audits, etc)
Maintain adequate level in kiln feed fines bin and yard lime bin by hauling away material as directed by the Kiln Operator
Report all safety, environmental, or housekeeping concerns to the Kiln Operator or Management
The Kiln Assistant shall be tasked trained on the following equipment:
Hitachi haul truck
CAT 777 haul truck
CAT 980M and 980K
CAT 972M
CAT 246 skid steer
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Willing and able to work rotating shifts
2+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing
Previous experience within a plant environment (dust, dirt, all weather conditions, etc.)
Complete safety, health and task training
Meet requirements for employment and the position
Read & Use operator's manuals and fill out simple reports such as pre-shift inspection forms
Carry out simple oral & written instructions & deal with simple problems from standardized situations
Safely complete other assigned training
Safely meet the supervisor's standards of performance
Safely fill in as needed during vacation, absences, and increased production demands
Safely replace or assist other workers as needed
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions provided such accommodations to not create undue hardship to the company
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, frequently required to walk and occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell, and regular climb stairs
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Benefits
Paid holidays and vacation time
Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts
Dental insurance & Vision insurance
A 401k account with company matching contribution
A robust Wellness program with financial rewards
Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition benefits including professional certifications
Employee referral program
Company
Carmeuse
Founded in 1860, Carmeuse is a Belgian-headquartered international leading manufacturer of lime, limestone and mineral-based products used in a variety of industrial, construction, soil improvement applications, and benefitting the environment by providing cleaner air and safer water.
5001-10000 employees
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