Manufacturing Associate

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CRH Oldcastle APG is hiring a Manufacturing Associate in Portland, OR to support designated machine operators and production teams with maintenance, cleaning, yard work, warehouse and material handling. The role emphasizes safety, requires PPE at all times, adherence to procedures and weekly safety meetings, and may involve internal certifications for equipment operation. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic reading and math skills, and the ability to lift up to 100 lbs and stand for long periods. Compensation ranges $19-$22 per hour plus benefits such as 401k, two weeks of vacation, sick leave and nine holidays. To apply, tailor your resume to show reliability, safety mindset and any prior manufacturing or forklift experience, apply online and track your status; highlight readiness to learn and grow within a large, values driven company.

Job ID:  525890

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.    

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Associate is responsible for assisting designated machine operator or production team in a variety of functions including, but not limited to maintenance, clean up, yard work, warehouse, production, utilities, material handling, etc.

Job Responsibilities

• Handles assignments in a repetitive and/or sequential order for completing tasks assigned
• Keeps work area clean
• Uses safety gear at all times and follows all safety regulations
• Report any unsafe conditions or defective equipment to the supervisor immediately
• Clean up of machinery and maintain the surrounding area keeping them free of debris buildup during downtime
• Cleans machines and conveyors
• Cleans floors and picks up reusable scrap for salvage
• Transport trash and debris away from production areas
• Responsible for keeping pallets neat and orderly
• Operates machinery or equipment as trained and instructed following safety guidelines at all times
• Assists lead operator or supervisor in preparing for shift production
• Work closely with the lead operator or supervisor and become knowledgeable of the mechanics and operation of the machine in which you assist
• May be required to work with conveyors, ramps, elevators, etc. as assigned
• May be required to operate equipment such as hoppers, bagging and sealer machines, forklift, palletizers, hydraulic equipment, powered tractors or vehicles, among others. Internal certification/training is required for these tasks
• Operate a variety of hand tools
• Assists in the loading/unloading of trucks
• Assists in completing shipping/receiving documents
• Packages and labels products properly
• Handle stockpiles
• Verify loads leaving the premises
• Maintain, verify and count product inventory
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to follow company production and safety procedures
• Ability to read a limited number of two and three-syllable words and recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
• Able to pass internal certification training
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide 10’s and 100’s
• Must be able to demonstrate lock out tag out procedures
• Must keep key or lock with self at all times
• Must attend weekly safety meetings
• Good regular attendance is an essential requirement of the job
• While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs. from ground level

Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $19-$22
• 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.

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.

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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