Terminal Operator - Kansas City, KS

Kansas City, KS, US, 66103

Job ID:  502346

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us.  We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

Position: Terminal Operator
Reports to: Terminal Manager

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:  

Summary:

The Terminal Operator performs procedures involved with loading trucks and unloading railroad cars. This position assists in the maintenance of terminal equipment and grounds.

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.

• Assures proper cement types are loaded into bulk trucks.

• Operates pneumatic and mechanical equipment for truck loading from computer console using

• programmed screens, keyboard and mouse.

• Assures proper cement types are unloaded from railcars into designated silos without contamination of cement types, using pneumatic and hydraulic railcar unloading equipment.

• Operates power sweeper, forklift truck, and front-end loader.

• Uses credit approval lists, cement inventory reports, and approved shipping instructions to determine if a customer’s request for cement can be loaded.

• Maintains shipping logs, prepares bills of lading, and calculates split-load tonnages based on a trucker’s instructions.

• Handles inquiries and orders for customers and sales personnel.

• Performs general cleanup duties around the loading area.

• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.

• High school graduation or equivalent is required

• Willingness to learn, training will be provided

• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred

• Proficient in customer service skills

• Ability to operate the loading systems used in loading trucks and railcars

• Ability to operate sweeper and general hand tools

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations to calculate loads going into trucks

• Ability to use terminal equipment and computerized systems.

• Proficiency in database input

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic mechanical, pneumatic and minor electrical malfunctions.

• Ability to operate all terminal equipment, including railcar vibrators, silos, and related equipment, switch engines, and rail cars.

• Ability to work under close supervision with standard practice procedures and guidelines

• Ability to refer all problems to supervisor for guidance.

• Effective problem-solving, decision-making and attention to detail

• Ability to climb stairs several times a day as required

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

• Working in a confined space

What to expect in a cement environment:

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise require compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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