Description
Job ID: 496854
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.
At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package and opportunities for your continued growth and development!
Summary:
Performs duties about the entire cement manufacturing process. Analyze the process and suggest ways to improve operations. Uses independent judgment in performing responsibilities. Works from general policies and objectives. Refers to supervisor when clarification or interpretation of the organizational policy is in question.
What you'll be contributing:
- Analyzes the cement production process – raw materials to finish milling – and implements changes as needed for optimal operating conditions regarding fuel efficiency, electrical efficiency, and production rate.
- Demonstrates pyro-processing expertise in performing regular responsibilities. Participates in training the control room operators on the proper ways of using plant equipment. Works closely with shift process teams to ensure mills and pyro lines are consistently operated at peak efficiency.
- Performs programming of the plant's programmable control systems and provides maintenance, documentation, and improvements for computerized process systems. Performs performance testing and measurements on production equipment. Maintains equipment performance records including wear part life history.
- Provide technical support to the Production Department to maximize plant production of quality-controlled cement most efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Optimization of process areas by testing, data gathering, sampling, and the application of in-house expertise to provide progressive solutions to enable continual improvement in all aspects of the production process.
To succeed in this position, you will need:
- Demonstrated analytical skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of pyro-processing, thermodynamics, heat transfer, airflow, and related principles.
- Working knowledge of PLC systems and instrumentation techniques and guidelines.
- 2 or more years of experience in a similar or related position.
- Bachelor's Degree in mechanical or chemical engineering preferred
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.
The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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 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.
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