Job ID: 482721

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry’s well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

$500 Sign on Bonus

Summary

The Mixing Line Operator plays a key role in achieving company goals by mixing raw ingredients to ensure product meets company standards while working safely. A Mixing Line Operator is required to follow a recipe and gather, weigh, mix, and prepare ingredients while ensuring waste is minimized. This individual will be responsible for preparing and operating equipment as well as shutting down machinery for cleanup.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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  Set up Mixing Line for startup and changeover, assemble and operate the machine for production, and shut down equipment for clean up
• Follow a production schedule and ensure mixing is completed in the allotted time
• Retrieve bins of product and returning to mixing line and add amendments/fertilizers to product mix
• Test basic soil chemistry for compliance
• Ensure product quality meets company standards by weighing product, monitor machine settings, complete line check forms, and communicate with other departments
• Troubleshooting and problem solving when necessary (i.e. making adjustments to the machines)
• Maintain a clean working area, such as disposing of waste and cleaning floor
• Adhere to the Company’s safety policies and procedures
• Work in other production areas as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

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  High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a dedication to quality and safety
• Working as part of a team, often with minimal supervision, while maintaining a positive and respectful workplace
• Abiding by company policies and procedures
• Ability to use critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to use arithmetic to perform production related calculations
• Previous experience running a forklift is preferred

Working Conditions

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  Must be available for day and weekend shifts
• Safety protection is required
• Exposure to some job-related hazards, including moving mechanical parts and heavy machinery, climbing small ladders, dusty environment, and heavy objects

Physical Requirements

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  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear
• The employee will be required to stand for extended periods of time
• The employee may frequently stand on their feet
• The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 65 lbs. from the ground level. The need to lift over 65 lbs. may arise from time to time – should this be the case, employees should engage in team lifting and/or use the provided equipment to safely lift
• The employee must have the capability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and your whole body – bending, crouching, climbing - using steps and ladders, pushing pulling, stooping and reaching

What CRH Offers You

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  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 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!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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