Production Associate

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CRH’s Oldcastle APG is seeking a Production Associate for an onsite, full‑time role in Canaan, CT. You’ll support designated machine operators across maintenance, cleanup, yard work, warehouse and material handling, while upholding safety and efficiency. Expect to operate equipment as trained, assist in shift readiness, help with shipping and receiving, inventory checks and pallet management. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, read simple instructions and pass internal certification training; weekly safety meetings are required. Benefits include competitive pay, medical and retirement programs, and opportunities for growth. For best results, highlight safety performance, reliability, teamwork, and readiness for on the job training, and ensure your online profile is complete when you apply.

Job ID:  526088

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
 

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 and other. 

Job Responsibilities

• Handle assignments in a repetitive and/or sequential order for completing tasks assigned
• Keep work area clean
• Use security gear at all times and follow all safety regulations
• Report any unsafe conditions or defective equipment to the supervisor immediately
• Clean-up machinery and conveyors, maintain the surrounding area and keep equipment free from debris during down time
• Clean floors and pick up reusable scrap for salvage
• Transport trash and debris away from production areas
• Responsible for keeping pallets neat and orderly
• Operate machinery or equipment as trained and instructed following safety guidelines at all times
• Assist lead operator in preparing for shift production
• Work closely with the lead operator and become knowledgeable of the mechanics and operation of the machines 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
• Assist in the loading/unloading of trucks
• Assist in completing shipping/receiving documents
• Package and label 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
 

• High school diploma or equivalent  or a comparable 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 lock with self at all times
• Must attend weekly safety meetings
• 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 50 lbs. from ground level
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job

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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