Company Introduction:

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Summary:

Job Title:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES. 

1.    Inspect equipment (tools, cranes and mobile equipment) and work area for hazards and document inspection.  Keep the work area and equipment clean and orderly. 

2.    Perform a variety of craft duties involved in constructing, maintaining and repairing plant buildings, fixed crushing, sizing and conveying equipment, mobile power equipment and a wide variety of other plant equipment 

3.    Work from blueprints, sketches, or verbal instructions.  Perform duties such as build forms for concrete, pour and finish concrete.  At times, mix small amounts of concrete. 

4.    Cut metal to size, lay out and drill holes, assemble parts by bolting or welding to build and/or erect a wide variety of items, such as conveyors, fans, feeders, bins, kilns, coolers, mixers, buildings, etc.  Install, repair and replace fire bricks in kilns and heaters. 

5.    Assemble and adjust motors, gear units, drives and associated equipment used to drive conveyors, fans, elevators, etc.  Build and install elevators, conveyors, bins, guards, walkways,  etc.  Make repairs to guards, elevators, conveyors, etc.,

6.    Install and repair belts, chains and buckets on conveying and elevating systems.

7.    Cut, thread, and install pipe for items such as water, air, oil etc.

8.    Install and repair metering devices and automatic batching units.

9.    Maintain and repair air compressors, crushers, mills and other plant equipment and machinery as necessary. 

10.  Use all types of mechanic’s hand tools and power tools, such as drills, saws, jack hammer, etc. band saw and chop saws.  Do acetylene welding and cutting and arc welding. 

11.  Fabricate, install and maintain chutes and hoppers. 

12.  Select and transport tools and materials to job site by truck, cart or by manual handling.

13.  Perform various tasks of preventive maintenance. 

14.  Operate equipment and machinery in connection with repairs to mechanical parts of electrical equipment. 

15.  Remove, dismantle, repair, overhaul, assembly, test and install engines and engine accessories, transmissions, differentials, clutches, torque converters, steering systems, brake systems, hoist cylinders, hose assemblies, etc in maintaining mobile power equipment such as trucks, tractors, shovels, etc. 

16.  Diagnose trouble on all types plant equipment and take corrective action. 

17.  Change and repair tires.

18.  Preparing spare crusher parts for rebuild that may include melting out roll bearing babbitt, pouring hot molten babbitt, rebuilding vertical shaft impact crushers, using cutting torch and rose bud torches, remounting cone and roll crushers.

19.  Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, trucks and cranes as needed. 

20.  Keep work area and equipment neat and clean. 

21.  Report needed maintenance and repairs to supervision. 

22.  Record repair information on work order document and communicate to supervisor. 

23.  Perform other duties as required and assigned as outlined in Article V, and other

  ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Knowledge of proper disposition of unsuitable materials. Knowledge of Quality Control Standards.

  KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Proficient in heavy industrial maintenance.  Must have the ability to weld and demonstrate knowledge of mechanical aptitude. Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery. This is normally acquired through one to two years of experience. Manual dexterity required for operating machinery. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds required. Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and walk extensively throughout the plant. Ability to wear respiratory protection. Ability to operate crushing and conveying equipment and other mobile equipment  (haul trucks, pickups, forklifts, and loaders) Ability to work in outdoor environments (heat and cold)

WORKING CONDITIONS

     1.  Walking

     2.  Climbing (ladders and stairways)

     3.  Driving and operation of mobile equipment

     4.  Lifting (up to 50 # - frequently (floor to waist))

     5.  Working from heights

     6.  Wear a respirator and other required PPE (Fall Protection)

     7.  Work in outside environment

     8.  Working in awkward positions for extended periods of time.  Such as bent at waist, squatting, sitting on knees or laying down.  Work may require arms to be elevated above shoulders for extended periods.

     9.  Operation of a variety of hand tools powered by pneumatic, electric or hydraulic pressure as well as cutting torches and welders.

Working conditions are normal for a Mine / Mill manufacturing environment. Environment consists of a variety of rock crushing, screening and conveying equipment. Work involves lifting of materials and product up to 50 pounds. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, respirators, hearing protectors, work boots, and hardhats. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday.

SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of our recruitment and hiring process, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.