Lehigh Hanson Looking for Distribution Terminal Associate / Laborer at Fort Defiance, Virginia Full Time

Job Posting : WE GIVE DOWN-TO-EARTH A WHOLE NEW MEANING

We re Lehigh Hanson. Our products build cities and towns, including stadiums that hold thousands of fans, and bridges that support millions of vehicles. We have thousands of employees across hundreds of locations in the U.S. and Canada, making us North America s leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready mixed concrete, asphalt and related construction materials.

We might be a big company, but we appreciate and encourage our people to share their ideas and help shape our future. We want every one of our people to play an active role in growing our business. With our diverse product lines and locations across North America, there are opportunities to explore different roles and work on a variety of exciting and interesting projects.

We re a tight knit team. While we strive to be the best, we do it with an attitude that is humble, accessible and down-to-earth. We don t ask you to “fit in” to our culture. We invite you to add to it.

HERE S WHAT YOU LL GET TO DO

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career with an industry leader in the aggregate and cement industry. The cement terminal being operated in Waynesboro, Va, is looking for someone who is hardworking and dedicated to become part of the team. This position reports directly to the Terminal Supervisor and will be responsible for daily tasks having to do with shipping, bulk loading and packing.

• Be involved in and aware of all aspects of the day to day cement terminal operation.
• Participates in the loading and unloading of cement products from railcars, or bulk trucks; coordinates bulk loading activities with customer drivers and sales personnel. Inspect bulk trucks prior to loading. Operate car puller to move and position railcars in place for unloading or to switching tracks. Operate controls to convey proper cement to bulk silos or bulk truck.
• Responsible for ensuring customer orders are filled accurately. Promptly addresses customer concerns and refers more complex problems to supervisor for resolution.
• Ensures shipping and receiving paperwork is completed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Responsible for the unloading and/or transfers of bulk material or cement products from railcars and/or trucks to silos or other storage containers.
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on terminal equipment, some of which is on top of the silos being 100 feet tall.
• Performs housekeeping of the facility.
• Follows all safety policies, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment
• Helps promote safe work habits and a safe work environment along with weekly safety meetings and job pre-work analysis.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment problems to minimize downtime and ensure proper operation.
• Maintain Vendor relationships

HERE’S WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience in cement or related industry a plus
• Prior material handling experience strongly preferred
• Must have proven mechanical and electrical ability; PLC experience is a plus
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated technical knowledge, hardware and software, with computers; MS Office products and SAP preferred
• Clerical skills a plus
• Willing and capable of working extended hours and weekends if needed
• Capable of accessing heights – stairways to silo top elevations, etc.
• Capable of lifting up to 100 pounds on a regular basis
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to follow safe working practices in a team environment.

This position will be based at Waynesboro, Va.

External Candidates must have the ability to work in the US without sponsorship.

Lehigh Hanson is a drug free workplace.

BRING YOUR HUMBLE OVERACHIEVER ATTITUDE AND LET S ELEVATE OUR COMPANY EVEN HIGHER.

At Lehigh Hanson, we care a great deal about your health which is why there is no waiting period to participate in highly competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance programs. In addition, we offer a 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.