What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Support Team I - Alpena Cement position at Holcim US?
Why work for us?
Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim US offers an unparalleled range of innovative cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete products and construction services that have been the foundation for infrastructure projects across the globe. To move the industry forward to a greener future we need people who are passionate about sustainability, are driven to shape and influence perception, and keen to build, grow and thrive in our high-performance culture. Are you ready to build progress with us?
Overview
PURPOSE
This position reports directly to the Yard Supervisor. All duties are performed in a work-safe manner; plant safety rules are followed and individual works as a team member. Primary responsibilities of this position are to become familiar with the layout of the plant and proficient in the use of equipment that will maintain the cleanliness of the plant grounds, assist in maintenance and delivery of materials. Maintenance of plant roads, sidewalks, rail tracks and switches, emptying of oil drums and operation of oil-water separator.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
- Practice and promote safety in such way as including but not limited to; assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate PPE.
- Exercise and encourage core values including but not limited to; developing self and coaching others by inspiration and empowerment
- Learning to operate several pieces of equipment including; skid loaders, forklifts, fast-vac truck, teleforker, and sweeper.
- Pick up and deliver oil drums within the plant.
- Maintains plant grounds through the use of sweepers and fast-vacs.
- Responsible for emptying oil drums and the operation of oil-water separator.
- Repairs, replaces, and cleans rail track and tie switches.
- Responsible for snow removal from sidewalks and salting of roads.
RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER JOBS
- Understand and comply with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies to assure that environmental, health and safety are the first priority of the business. Actively support key safety initiatives at the facility and assist the department as needed to improve EHS performance and results.
- Minimum citations during MHSA inspections.
- Zero first aids, medical aids, and lost time accidents.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Required Education: High School diploma/GED
Required Training/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License, Small Mobile Equipment Experience
Additional Requirements:
- Previous masonry experience preferred. Willingness to participate in the training program as outlined in the PST progression guidelines in order to become proficient in the use of plant equipment.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.