Seasonal Production Worker - Slidell, LA - Military Veterans
at CRH
Job ID: 504537
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.
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.
Job Summary
We are seeking seasonal Production Workers for our 1st and 2nd shifts at 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.
Job Responsibilities
- 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
Job Requirements
- 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
- 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
- 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!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Slidell, LA
CRH is the leading building materials business in North America and the world. Our global footprint spans 29 countries, employing 73,000 people at over 3,155 operating locations, serving customers across the entire building materials spectrum.
What do we do?
CRH manufactures and supplies a range of building materials, products and innovative solutions for the construction industry. From primary materials that we extract, process and supply, to products that are highly engineered and high-value-added, CRH is uniquely positioned to address evolving trends in global construction markets. Our products can be found throughout the built environment from major public infrastructure to commercial buildings and residential structures.
CRH Values
- People are our priority. We build enduring relationships and we care for each other 's safety and well-being.
- Character is our strength. We do what we say we live by our word and we collaborate to deliver as one team.
- Performance and our commitment. We achieve impact globally through local delivery entrepreneurial Dr. and environmental stewardship.
- Innovation is our way forward. We strive to shape the next generation of sustainable building materials and solutions.
To deliver solutions across multiple product lines CRH is structured into two Divisions:
CRH Europe and CRH Americas
CRH Americas encompasses our America's materials businesses, Architectural Products, and infrastructure products in North America.
Americas Materials : Aggregates, asphalt, cement, ready mix concrete, paving & construction services.
Architectural Products : Residential and commercial outdoor space solutions
Infrastructure Products : Infrastructure solutions for water, energy, telecom, and transportation.
Our products are everywhere you live go and work.
We build sustainable communities to connect you to the people places and things that matter.
- Infastructure : From bridges and highways to communications and utilities, we provide the infrastructure that keeps you connected and protected.
- Commercial : From sky scrapers to stadiums, we provide interior and exterior solutions to create the beautiful, functional buildings where you work, shop and play.
- Residential : From pavers for your driveway to mulch for your backyard, we provide the function you need with the aesthetics you want.
Americas Materials
We are North America’s leading supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services.
#1 Asphalt producer & Paver
#1 Aggregates Producer
#2 Ready Mixed Concrete Producer
#3 Cement for Production
www.crhamericas.com
A leader in our industry committed to safety and customer service.
CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 28,300 employees at 1,605 operating locations provide our customers with top-quality, innovative products and services.
As one of the world’s leading building products and materials companies, CRH combines the flexibility, speed and in-depth market knowledge of local businesses with the buying power, shared expertise and operational excellence of a national network.
Architectural Products
We are North America’s leading manufacturer of concrete building and hardscape products.
#1 Masonry Manufacturer
#1 Hardscapes Manufacturer
#2 Dry-mix concrete and Lawn & Garden
www.oldcastleapg.com
Our Architectural Products cover a wide spectrum of applications – from the structural masonry, used in erecting cityscapes and urban centers, to the finishing touches of a backyard oasis.
For more than 30 years, our brands, including Belgard, Sakrete, Echelon, Jolly Gardener and Amerimix, have set the standard for design, technical acumen and thought leadership in their related categories – helping consumers, design and landscape professionals craft their vision from concept to installation.
Pavers, patio slabs, stone veneer, retaining walls, architectural block, composite decking, dry mix concrete, fertilizers and mulches are but a few categories where Oldcastle APG leads the marketplace. Our customers are serviced through a network of over 180 facilities.
Infrastructure Products
Building infrastructure for today and the future.
www.oldcastleinfrastructure.com
Oldcastle Infrastructure is a leading provider of engineered building product solutions and services for North American Infrastructure projects.
We are the number one provider of concrete utility products for the telecommunication, stormwater infrastructure and energy markets in North America, and we are the leading manufacturer of structural precast elements, primarily for transportation applications and modular building systems.
We offer more than 16,000 pipe, precast, storm water, enclosure, and building accessory products. Everything we make is designed to connect communities and improve how the world works.