Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility OperatorFacility Operator - Working with a tight-knit team to solve the everyday issues of producing high quality asphalt binder.We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family owned with locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico, but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel.Our position is for one full-time Facility Operator at our Vicksburg, MS, facility. The ideal operator would possess good organizational, time management, problem-solving, and housekeeping skills. We want people who look for opportunities to learn new skills and can contribute to making our facility an even better place to work.Our facility operators produce neat and polymer modified asphalt oil for sale to paving and repair customers. The position works in the tank farm with other operators as a team to produce, process, ensure quality, and load/unload materials directly to our customers. Please do not apply if you are looking for an office-based job. We need people who enjoy being outside in a variety of weather conditions so that we as a team can better serve our customers.Facility Operator Job Duties:Assist with testing products in the labInput quality specifications and batch data into reportsSample product qualityLoad and unload trucks and railcarsConduct minor maintenance on equipment in the plant (pumps, racks, mixers)Attend and participate in daily production/quality/EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) meetingsUtilize our proactive tools (safety checklist, etc.)Ensure good facility housekeepingStay current on required trainingWear the appropriate provided PPE (hard hat, face shield, long-sleeve shirt, H2S monitor, steel toe boots, safety glasses)Effectively communicate between fellow operators, management, our trucking company and customers to meet needsOperator Requirements :A high school diploma or equivalentProficiency in Excel (preferred)Ability to work without supervisionAbility to read and follow written instructionsBasic math skills (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, divide)Ability to learn computer skillsAble to lift 50 pounds with assistance and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, climbing tanks and other structuresValid driver's licenseAble to work days and hours as scheduled, Monday through SundayOutdoor work in all seasonsErgon offers a competitive benefits package: 401(k), Health, Life, Dental, Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance and Profit SharingErgon is an EEO/AAP Employer.Email your resume, No Walk-ins or Phone Calls will be accepted. Applicant will be contact for interviews.Employment offer contingent upon pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR.