Argos USA Hiring for Production Operator – Railcar – Unloading Experience at Atlanta, GA Full Time

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**

Brief Position Description:

Employee works in one of four functional teams to ensure the uninterrupted operation of the plant in order to maximize operational efficiency in an environment of continuous improvement. Functional areas are Raw Material Unloading, Milling and Laboratory, Blending and Packing, and Warehousing and Shipping. The position requires the inspection, troubleshooting, and adjustment of all equipment in assigned functional area, regular quality checks of product, understanding of computer systems that controls the functional area, and all support machinery
Employee must be dedicated to the safety of yourself and coworkers. Follow all company guidelines and safety standards. Holding customers, contractors, visitors, and coworkers to the same level of safety standards.

Nature and Scope

Raw Material Functional Area Operators
➢Comply and support all Argos and MSHA mandated safety rules, policies &procedures
➢Operation of locomotives
➢Operation of support mobile equipment
➢Rail car switching
➢Unloading cement in both gravity and pneumatic railcars
➢Unloading of stone cars and operation of the rotary car dump
➢Maintain unloading records and railcar tracking
➢Counting cars daily for reconciliation
➢Operate all conveyor belts, air slides, valves and chutes that convey material tothe variety of silos throughout the plant
➢Responsible for keeping the CUL, finish silos and other assigned areas clean.
➢The operators must attend regular safety meetings as defined by DepartmentLeaders

Milling and Laboratory Functional Area Operators
➢ Comply and support all Argos and MSHA mandated safety rules, policies & procedures
➢ Solid understanding of all three milling circuits, able to troubleshoot and adjust equipment
➢ Trained and can efficiently preform all required laboratory test at the prescribed intervals
➢ Operation of the bulk load system including Order Management and SAP
➢ Troubleshoot maintenance issues at BLO
➢ Communicate loading issues to supervisor
➢ Service customers with respect
➢ Assist with CUL operation
➢ Operation of support mobile equipment
➢ Able to operate the milling control system for a period of time while the PCS not available
➢ Take silo measurements and change silo as required
➢ Maintain functional area to comply with housekeeping standards
➢ The operators must attend regular safety meetings as defined by Department Leaders

Packhouse
➢ Comply and support all Argos and MSHA mandated safety rules, policies & procedures
➢ Maintain all levels of the packhouse free of hazards, in a neat and orderly appearance that meets environmental standards.
➢ Must conduct good housekeeping practices in work areas, including shoveling and sweeping.
➢ Solid understanding of both blending and packing lines, able to troubleshoot and adjust equipment
➢ Operate support mobile equipment
➢ Comply with the color quality system and accurate follow test procedures at the prescribed intervals
➢ Operation of material transfer system and pigment systems to maintain steady material flow
➢ Accurate maintain production records
➢ Accurately produce products to comply with ASTM standards

Warehouse
➢ Comply and support all Argos and MSHA mandated safety rules, policies & procedures
➢ Operate forklifts to pull production lines, warehousing, and truck loading
➢ Maintain the shipping free of hazards, in a neat and orderly appearance that meets environmental standards.
➢ Operation of the bag load system including Order Management and SAP
➢ Ship all product to meet plant standards for palletized products
➢ Serve as a customer liaison to the truck drivers and customers, conducting yourself to the highest level of professionalism
➢ Maintain warehouse organization and inventory
➢ Accurate load trucks in a efficient manner
➢ Communicate loading issues to supervisor
➢ Service customers with respect

Qualifications:
Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience/Skills Requirements:

• 1-3 years of related experience.
• Hands on experience with mobile equipment. (I.e. Forklift)ADA Limitations.

While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to travel through a cement plant, i.e., walk over obstacles, climb stairs and ladders, lift heavy or awkward parts, wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, fall protection, etc.).The employee will at times be exposed to extremely hot/cold, dusty, noisy, or dark situations. At times, work will be performed at great heights or in small confined spaces.Physical Demands
The Physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee will frequently be required to walk on rocky, irregular surfaces that may be muddy and in reduced lighting conditions. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles, confined space, outside weather conditions, low lighting, artificial lighting, and explosives. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, proximity to electrical equipment, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.
The above job description has been designed to provide general guidelines for the identification of tasks, duties, and qualifications for the titled position and/or its successors. The description is not all inclusive of the duties that are performed by the incumbent and the incumbent may be assigned to duties other than those listed in this document as the work environment and essential functions of the job change.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity in all aspects of our business.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Mobile Equipment: 1 year (Required)
• Cement manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• Locomotive operation: 1 year (Required)
• Construction Industry: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: On the road