Quikrete · 1 day ago
Production Assistant
Buffalo, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expQuikrete is a leading company in the heavy construction materials industry, and they are seeking a Production Assistant to support the cement manufacturing process at their Buffalo, IA plant. The role involves operating mobile equipment, performing general labor, and providing operational oversight for plant equipment.
Real EstateManufacturing
Responsibilities
Inspect and operate mobile equipment; perform general labor using basic hand tools
Performs general utility work including pushing up piles of rock and coal with front end loader and other equipment, unplugging belts, and general labor work as directed
Provides operational oversight for all plant equipment from the rock storage building through the finish mill operations
Cleans the pre-heater tower riser and associated ductwork during the shift
Responds to all alarms, equipment issues, and emergencies and assures that they are taken care of appropriately
Fills out daily checklist for operations of all plant equipment and for environmental compliance on all operating equipment
Keeps abreast of all changes that are made in the control systems while keeping the control room involved and informed of changes
Troubleshoots process problems associated with field operations and equipment and may adjust equipment as directed or as dictated by circumstance
Monitor, adjust, and support plant equipment and processes
Maintain accurate logs, communicate operational issues, and support environmental compliance
Other duties may be required and will be assigned as necessary
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma or GED
A minimum of 1-year of industrial, mechanical, or manufacturing experience
Good organizational and math skills
Computer literacy
Good mechanical aptitude
Ability to physically work both indoor and outdoor in various weather conditions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends) to support a 24/7 operation
Preferred
Welding experience a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company paid life and disability benefits
Paid vacation
401K
Company
Quikrete
The QUIKRETE® Companies is the largest manufacturer of packaged concrete and cement mixes in the United States and Canada, and an innovative leader in the commercial building and home improvement industries.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Charles Cornman
Chief Technology Officer
Janet Thomas
HR Business Partner - Quikrete Division, The Quikrete Companies
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