Job ID: 482621

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry’s well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

PebbleTec-a division of Oldcastle APG is a Scottsdale-based company that sources, processes, and distributes swimming pool and backyard products to an entrenched customer base and is well positioned for continued growth through organic initiatives, including international expansion, as well as through acquisitions.

Summary

We are seeking Production Workers (2nd Shift) for our Slidell, LA manufacturing plant location. Reporting to the Plant Foreman, the Production Worker is an entry level position with advancement opportunities (to machine operator, forklift driver, loader operator, etc.). The Production Worker is responsible for ensuring continuous efficient production through planning, coordinating, and directing manufacturing resources. Personal skills include time management, quality control and safety. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete essential duties and assigned tasks satisfactorily.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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  Work with the Plant Foreman to maintain daily production goals
• Maintain a clean and safe production environment
• Understand all and adhere to all safety regulations
• Assist on the aggregate material bagging line, assist with the physical inventory of product, learn basic machine maintenance, maintain a clean work area by emptying trash receptacles, sweeping/raking work areas
• Repairs and maintenance to bagging facility; minor building repairs/maintenance of either construction/repair to building, office and warehouse. May include some carpentry, electrical and/or plumbing work

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Strength and agility sufficient to lift and maneuver heavy objects up to 50 pounds, such as bags of rocks, heavy tools, and equipment; to walk over rugged terrain. Ability to withstand working outside in all extreme weather conditions
• Ability to lift, dig, bend
• Ability to stand and/or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to maneuver over rugged terrain
• Ability to perform strenuous manual work for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to withstand working outside in extreme weather conditions
• Visual ability to perform assigned tasks in a safe manner
• Hearing ability sufficient to understand conversations person-to-person and/or telephone/cell phone
• Wear provided PPE: hard hat, safety vest or uniform, safety toe shoes and safety glasses.

Skills & Attributes:

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  Speaking ability sufficient to effectively communicate person-to-person and/or telephone/cell phone
• Spanish speaking and/or understanding a plus but not a requirement
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members
• Understand and follow oral and written English instructions
• Communicate with team members in a professional manner
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to recognize when operating adjustments may be necessary
• Visually observe materials while operating equipment
• Use good judgement

What CRH Offers You

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  Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A 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!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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