Summary

The Batch Person is responsible for controlling production and load out of materials produced in the batch plant, as well as for scheduling and ensuring timely delivery of supplies to the plant to perform duties in conjunction with dispatch loading instructions. This person will be operating a Loader to fill the Batch Bin with material and also some shovel work under the Bins. The goal is customer satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Batch concrete loads according to mix designs and specifications. Reads dispatch orders and understands required needs for production of materials.
Conduct batching operations in an efficient and safe manner while complying with all local, state and federal regulations.
Conduct batching functions in a professional manner and ensure compliance with job specifications and all applicable environmental and air quality regulations.
Must be able to produce on-time & in-spec concrete for the customer. This is a customer focused business.
Operate a front end loader to load material into the batch bin.
Prints out delivery tickets on each truck/load and file. Gives copy of delivery tickets to truck drivers to obtain customer payment upon delivery of materials as needed.
Responsible for efficient working condition of plant equipment. Performs maintenance to batch plant which includes greasing, sweeping, shoveling, performing equipment repairs, cleaning, and removing jam-ups.
Become proficient in all batching, dispatching, & quality control software.
Maintain time and material records.
Ability to understand appropriate uses of various mix designs.
Ability to test concrete for conformance with mix design and specification.
Ability to conduct moisture tests, yield calculation and yield adjustment of mix designs for conformance with mix designs and specifications.
Responsible for efficient working condition of plant equipment.
Must be able to climb man ladder.
Follow verbal (in person and over the phone) and written instruction.
Must be able to organize and lead people.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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 ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
One to Two years batching-related experience is preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions
Ability to communicate effectively on radio/phone system

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Computer Skills

Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred
Ability and willingness to pass ACI level 1 certification within six months

Key Competencies

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs.
Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Other Qualifications

May be subject to drug testing, medical exams, and physical abilities testing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) 5% Match
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

Eagle, ID 83616: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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