Operator Control Room

$33 - $37/hr. based on experience

TEXAS LEHIGH CEMENT COMPANY - HOUSTON, TX

Job Summary:

Control and coordinate plant resources to troubleshoot, inspect, and maintain plant equipment as required, to meet production demands and prevent failures.

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Maintain awareness of plant operating costs and budget targets.
• Properly operate all the process equipment included in the plant and centralized control system.
• Make real-time adjustments to equipment and process variables to maintain product quality and meet production targets.
• Generate required operating and laboratory reports.
• Monitor and understand air pollution control device operation and permit requirements to ensure environmental compliance.
• Support and maintain the plant safety program through day-to-day safety contacts with employees, holding department toolbox talks, inspect work areas, conditions and requirements are observed and comply with company safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned by department manager.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of process control systems and proper operating principles
• Previous experience in a control room or plant operations role, preferably in cement or related industry
• Familiar with quality control principles, quality control instruments, and their operating procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively across all departments at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work 12 – hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays (DuPont Schedule)
• Commitment to safety and environmental compliance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Walking, climbing stairs and occasional ladders, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, driving, and squatting to perform the essential functions of this position.
• Sitting for extended amounts of time.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., stand, walk, climb ladders and or stairs.
• Work outside in adverse weather conditions including extreme temperatures, heavy dust and noisy environments.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination and vision to safely fulfill all in-plant job requirements.
• Pass required background check, physical examination and drug screens

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Technical or vocational training in related field preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Bonus Program
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (effective immediately)
• Retirement savings plan (401k) with company match (effective immediately)
• Supplemental Life Policies (Employee, Spouse, Child)
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to be used as a general outline to understand the expectations of the position. Other duties, responsibilities, and tasks will be directed by the management team as necessary to meet the ongoing operational needs of the plant.

Salary : $33 - $37