Process Assistant Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Job ID:  524390

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: Process Assistant (Finish Mill & Kiln)

Reports to: Process Supervisor

Schedule: Rotating shift (12 hour-long shifts, switching from days to nights with breaks

Pay: $22-24/hour

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

• Health Insurance 

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance 

• 401k with company match and profit-sharing  

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Disability Pay 

• Life Insurance 

• Growth Opportunities and more! 

What you’ll be contributing: 

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. 
• Monitor all equipment in plant, such as temperatures, pressures, and oil levels.                                                                                                                                                                                                               
• Assist with kiln repairs during shutdowns.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor  

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• High school graduation or equivalent is required 
• Must have plant experience or knowledge of finish mill and kiln and its operation.
• Ability to communicate with all plant personnel no matter what conditions they are in, such as noisy areas.
• Must be able to operate a tractor trailer rig and be able to read and understand the operators manual.
• Able to work rotating shift including 12-hour nights and days
• Must be able to work with all supervisors and keep them informed of plant situations.
• Must be able to correct problems as they arise.
• Must be able to learn the operations of the plant and be able to assist in the training of the crewmembers.
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Willingness to learn, training will be provided
• Must be able to complete training in a timely manner
• Able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds when needed. 
• Must be able to climb ladders up to 100 feet when needed.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces for long extended periods of time.
• Able to carry 5-gallon cans up stairs
• Must be able to operate mobile equipment such as bobcats and loaders and understand operator manual to assist in cleanup.
• Ability to work with hand tools such as shovel, jackhammer, pry bar, and hoe to unplug chutes.

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 requires 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. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies. 

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.

EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.