Production Technician

Requisition ID:  9330
Location: 

Midlothian, TX, US, 76065

Pay Type:  Hourly

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?  
Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE
Helps keep raw grinding, finish grinding, raw materials blending, clinker cooling, coal mill and auxiliary equipment in proper operating condition by performing inspection, maintenance and minor repair. Also assists in operation of equipment. Assists in raw materials handling operation by tending raw material feeder and conveyor system and keeping area clean.

 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Checks to see that materials are properly flowing from crushed stone and raw materials storage to raw grinding mills, blending silos and kiln. That clinker is properly flowing from kiln to cooler to clinker storage, and that coal is properly flowing to coal mill.
  • Makes regular visual inspections of raw grinding, finish grinding, blending, clinker burning and cooling, material conveying and coal mill equipment to see that they are functioning properly. Reports malfunctions and repair problems to Production Supervisor and Control Room Operator
  • Lubricates compressors, pumps, coal mill gears. Checks operation of automatic lubricating system, adds lubricants when necessary.
  • Assists maintenance and repair personnel in repair of equipment.
  • Cleans assigned areas. Operate bobcat when necessary to clear area to allow repairmen to get at equipment in making repairs.
  • Mixes finish grinding additives when necessary.
  • Controls feed rate of materials coming from hoppers by making adjustments to reheostat controls, as directed by Control Room Operator or Supervisor.
  • Cleans area around coal and raw material hoppers, lower level feeders to surge bins, shale crusher building, and other assigned areas.
  • Exchanges information with Supervisors regarding current operating conditions.
  • Operation of the jockey truck to transport trailers as needed.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Education Preferred: Associate's degree


Additional Requirements: 

  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary
  • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
  • Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
  • Holistic Health & Well-being programs
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
  • Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Dress for your day

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth