Operator II

Argos, with over 80 years in the market, has become a benchmark in the industry of cement, ready mix concrete and aggregates through our operations in Colombia, the United States, Central America and the Caribbean. Our business model focuses on the client and on sustainable development, which means it is economically viable, respects people, and is environmentally friendly and responsible.

As a leader in its industry, Argos USA changes lives through the construction of building materials that encourage the dreams of millions around the U.S.

We are a team of talented individuals connected and united by the superior purpose of transforming the future through sustainable construction. We promote our employee's growth thanks to continuous learning and the challenges we all face in a dynamic, innovative, respectful and inclusive environment where the balance between work and life is paramount. We are diverse, creative and committed; working together while being supported by Argos’ competitive benefits program.

Join our experience, explore your possibilities and transform the future with us!

**This position is 100% on-site**

General purpose of the job

Perform any and all tasks assigned by the Production Control Supervisor taking a personal interest in personal and team safety.

Individual accountabilities

• Take a personal interest in personal and team safety. Continuously look for ways to improve safety and assist others to the same.
• Inspect all operating equipment each shift, complete inspection sheet and report problems immediately to shift coordinator.
• Correct any and all malfunctions or irregularities of operating equipment and safety hazards or report to coordinator if corrections cannot be made.
• Make any and all repairs that are needed within your capabilities, including welding.
• Do any cleanup that is necessary to have a better and safer working environment. This requires working in confined areas with temperatures in excess of 110°F.
• Utilize all safety equipment, personal or otherwise, required by the company and follow all company guidelines safety standards. Attend all safety meetings as scheduled.
• Perform small refractory patches.
• Safe and proper operation of plant mobile equipment to include but not limited to front end loaders, skid steer loaders, and fork lifts. This includes inspection of each piece of mobile equipment. Completion of inspection sheet is required.
• Taking accurate and reliable silo measurements as required.
• Cleaning of the preheater in a safe manner when required. This involves working in temperatures of up to 120°F, wearing heavy insulated clothing and heavy lifting of water blaster.
• This job requires shift work, callouts, scheduled and unscheduled overtime, weekend and holiday work. Employee may have work schedule adjusted on short notice. The rotation is 12 hour shifts with a turnover period.
• Participate in and complete Production Operator Certification program.
• Perform any and all tasks assigned by the Production Control Supervisor.
• Cleaning of the preheater in a safe manner when required. This involves working in temperatures of up to 120°F, wearing heavy insulated clothing and heavy lifting of water blaster.
• This job requires shift work, callouts, scheduled and unscheduled overtime, weekend and holiday work. Employee may have work schedule adjusted on short notice. The rotation is 12 hour shifts with a turnover period.
• Participate in and complete Production Operator Certification program.
• Perform any and all tasks assigned by the Production Coordinator.

Education

High school.

Area of experience

Experience operating skid steer loaders, front end loader and welding experience preferred.

Languages

English C2

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.01 per hour

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $27