Oldcastle APG, Inc.
Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America's leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer's portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary Responsible for the material handling and preparation for routine testing and for maintenance of assigned laboratory equipment as well as testing products and raw materials as per ASTM to ensure compliance and/or to develop new formulas.
Job Responsibilities
Preparation of materials and products for testing
Sampling and reduction of samples
Routine tests of raw materials, calculation of results, and preparation of test reports
Support manufacturing team in producing the highest quality products
Test all products and raw materials and record results
Calculate adjustments needed to correct the product if necessary
Obtain product samples and communicate what will be produced
Perform production material tests throughout shift
Perform product reject analysis
Visit manufacturing sites to test machinery and report proposed process improvements
Inspect all finished goods
Know all ASTM standards that apply and ensure all products meet these standards
Maintenance and housekeeping of assigned areas and equipment
Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
Assist in coordination, planning and facilitating training seminars
Educate staff via weekly safety training.
Weekly coaching on Lockout/Tagout and procedural audits
Work alongside managers/employees on EHS issues
Recognize safety hazards or unsafe work practices and develop Corrective Action Plans
Assist site management as needed with various EHS and production related projects
Responsible for EHS Compliance at site
Routinely inspect/observe plant equipment and activities for safe processes
Prepare and submit all required reports to Oldcastle or applicable agency
Keep the plant in compliance with EH&S regulations
Attend monthly safety committee meeting
Halt any unsafe action or work
Ensure all inspections and meetings are completed each month
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed
Job Requirements
Ability to communicate with employees, peers, supervisors, vendors and customer is an effective manner
Must be detail oriented, organized, and have problem-solving and reasoning skills
Ability to perform advanced math calculations
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables with little or no structure
Internal and external customer service oriented
Ability to work independently
Ability to perform sedentary work, occasional walking, standing, squatting, and bending required
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Prolonged sitting, repetitive use of fingers and hands for typing
Available to work overtime as necessary
May be required to work under stressful conditions
Compensation
The hourly pay rate is $25 - $29 BOE
Vacation hours of two weeks per year
Sick leave benefits in accordance with State Laws
401k plan
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits
Nine paid Holidays per year
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An 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 a large international organization.
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Job Summary Responsible for the material handling and preparation for routine testing and for maintenance of assigned laboratory equipment as well as testing products and raw materials as per ASTM to ensure compliance and/or to develop new formulas.
Job Responsibilities
Preparation of materials and products for testing
Sampling and reduction of samples
Routine tests of raw materials, calculation of results, and preparation of test reports
Support manufacturing team in producing the highest quality products
Test all products and raw materials and record results
Calculate adjustments needed to correct the product if necessary
Obtain product samples and communicate what will be produced
Perform production material tests throughout shift
Perform product reject analysis
Visit manufacturing sites to test machinery and report proposed process improvements
Inspect all finished goods
Know all ASTM standards that apply and ensure all products meet these standards
Maintenance and housekeeping of assigned areas and equipment
Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
Assist in coordination, planning and facilitating training seminars
Educate staff via weekly safety training.
Weekly coaching on Lockout/Tagout and procedural audits
Work alongside managers/employees on EHS issues
Recognize safety hazards or unsafe work practices and develop Corrective Action Plans
Assist site management as needed with various EHS and production related projects
Responsible for EHS Compliance at site
Routinely inspect/observe plant equipment and activities for safe processes
Prepare and submit all required reports to Oldcastle or applicable agency
Keep the plant in compliance with EH&S regulations
Attend monthly safety committee meeting
Halt any unsafe action or work
Ensure all inspections and meetings are completed each month
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed
Job Requirements
Ability to communicate with employees, peers, supervisors, vendors and customer is an effective manner
Must be detail oriented, organized, and have problem-solving and reasoning skills
Ability to perform advanced math calculations
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables with little or no structure
Internal and external customer service oriented
Ability to work independently
Ability to perform sedentary work, occasional walking, standing, squatting, and bending required
Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Prolonged sitting, repetitive use of fingers and hands for typing
Available to work overtime as necessary
May be required to work under stressful conditions
Compensation
The hourly pay rate is $25 - $29 BOE
Vacation hours of two weeks per year
Sick leave benefits in accordance with State Laws
401k plan
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits
Nine paid Holidays per year
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An 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 a large international organization.
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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