Cement Operation Technician

WELCOME TO VCNA!

We are St. Marys Cement, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.

Summary/Job Scope: Cement Operations Technician

Purpose of Position: Responsible for startup, monitoring and basic preventive maintenance and minor repairs of finished grinding mill system, accurately recording on operations logs and conducting simple quality assurance sample tests. Supplement distribution functional needs thru truck loading assistance, coordinating truck deliveries, generating shipping documentation and perform shipping reconciliations as necessary.

Key Responsibilities: The heavy equipment operator will use the below industrial machinery as directed:

• Receive product and unload rail cars as necessary.
• Coordinate truck deliveries: generate bills of lading for truck loading and daily reconcile shipping reports.
• Perform set-up, startup and shutdown of the finished mill grinding system including belt conveyors, blowers, bucket elevators, compressors, and air-drying mechanisms for safe / efficient production.
• Visually monitor controls of finished mill grinding system including silo inventory levels for production operational effectiveness, provide daily feedback / suggestions and timely communicate problems to supervision.
• Operate Material Front-end Loader to transfer raw material from storage to material feed bins in safe / efficient manner.
• Maintain general lubrication and oil / filter changes for machines / equipment in work area, recording maintenance efforts / schedules daily.
• Work closely with the bulk loaders and internal plant personnel on silo usage, transfer, and inventory levels.
• Communicate with plant supervision and sales staff to provide information on mill system production and quality issues.
• Perform minor corrective maintenance / repairs, dismantling machine parts and equipment to examine for defects or to remove / replace defective parts.
• Operate balance scales and related equipment to perform sample quality assurance checks for hourly verification and documentation conformance to production specifications.
• Accurately input data from operational and product delivery to produce daily production reports / updates including inputting incumbent's time into attendance reporting system.
• Comply with Plant safety policies, procedures, maintaining safe, organized / tidy work area while reporting accidents and incidents, including unsafe acts and conditions immediately to supervisor.
• Perform duties to ensure proper appearance and general cleanliness of work area including laboratory equipment when assigned.
• Support efficient production operations and respectful / effective work relationships by adhering to Company's Human Resources policies and plant rules.

Qualifications and Education:

• Highschool graduate or GED required.
• One year trade school of technical certificate preferred.
• Some industrial machinery experience required.

Note: This job description may not cover all duties and requirements and may include additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more!

Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas.

• Training, professional development
• Competitive wages, vacation, and holiday time per union regulations
• Medical benefits through a union

SALARY:

$24-25/hour

NOTE:

This posting is for a vacant position.

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Union benefits
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Construction site
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Home daily
• Home time
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Industrial equipment: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Milwaukee, WI 53207 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $25