Material Handler

At Lhoist North America, our core values of Respect, Courage, and Integrity are more than words.  We respect people, encourage courageous innovation, and uphold integrity in everything we do. If these principles resonate with you, you may find your next great opportunity with us.

We believe our people make the difference. That’s why we invest in talent by offering meaningful opportunities to grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and pursue your interests. Our work environment prioritizes safety, fosters collaboration across teams, and embraces inclusion. Here, you’ll be challenged to grow, and you’ll be supported throughout your career journey.  Join us and help shape the future of Lhoist North America.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Material Handler assists with running the Lowell granular plant, drying and milling systems. This role has shared responsibility to produce quality limestone products with the safe and efficient operation of the granular plant, dryer and mills.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

1. Environmental, Health, Safety:

· Ensure a safe workplace and regulatory compliance with Federal (MSHA), state and local laws, environmental regulations, and Company policies.

· Ability to troubleshoot dust collectors for environmental compliance.

2. Maintenance

· Perform light maintenance duties and troubleshooting as directed. This includes maintenance on track belts, drive belts, air lines, screen changes, guard fab., etc. Completion of lube route and first -level maintenance inspection for each shop is required as needed.

· Maintain high standards of housekeeping in shop area.

· Visual inspections of all process equipment in plant and scale area(s)

· Assist in PM activities related to process equipment: greasing/oiling, maintaining filters etc.

· Troubleshoot basic mechanical/electrical issues with process equipment.

· Ability to troubleshoot and repair baghouse dust collectors

· Replace, repair, and maintain screening decks as needed.

· Complete mechanic work involving hand tools and air-powered tools.

· If a system is down for maintenance or failure, assist maintenance any way possible to get the PM or breakdown maintenance completed so that the equipment can be in operation mode in a timely manner.

3. Safe Quality Food (SQF) and Shipping:

· Ensure a SQF workplace maintained within Federal FDA – Food Modernization Safety Act (CFR Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Part 507) compliance.

· Support SQF initiatives and awareness programs.

· Desire to improve a process in an ongoing manner so constant improvements are had. Share ideas that improve truck loading so that all team members can perform the position as efficiently as possible.

· Be a supporter of employee safety and SQF culture.

· Ensure proper training programs are implemented for new employees and continued for existing employees.

· Actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, SQF and environmental compliance at the site.

· Clean up under and around granular area, all scales, and equipment; maintain interior of scale house and production areas.

· Ensure a safe workplace and regulatory compliance with Federal (MSHA), state and local laws, environmental regulations, and Company policies.

· Operate, load, and unload product.

4. Quality Control:

· Maintain quality assurance programs.

· Accurately sample and measure chemical and physical properties on all types of raw and finished products following established laboratory guidelines.

· Process incoming samples and test according to procedure for each product.

· Review results and alert management to out of spec conditions.

· Enter results into Quality Database accurately and timely.

· Effectively document, interpret and communicate analysis to maintain product quality.

· Record quality data on required system(s).

· Ensure that different product types are distributed into the appropriate bins.

· Support investigations on customer complaints to find root causes. Document findings.

· Report quality non-conformances to the Production Manager.

· Maintain production lab equipment.

· Serve as backup to run critical testing for Customer COA’s.

· Assist and support with daily testing or trials.

5. Production Support:

· Inspect, load and weigh bulk customer trucks as directed.

· Operate heavy mobile equipment as needed (skid steer, front-end loader and forklift).

· Support the plant systems by monitoring and adjusting crushers/mills, feeders, gates, screens, and conveyors to maximize efficient operation and reduce downtime.

· Remain on duty until the next scheduled handler arrives or a trained replacement is found.

· During shift changes, provide others with a brief recap of one’s shift relating to production, equipment issues, safety concerns, and any other necessary topics as they relate to production and safety.

· Report any potential operational or safety issues to a lead or manager immediately.

· Train and coach new hires on quality and production matters as needed.

· Maintain high standards of housekeeping in plant areas.

· Complete workplace exams and environmental inspections

· Implement and sustain 5S in the workplace.

6. Other duties as assigned

ATTRIBUTES:

· Interacts and behaves professionally, following Lhoist corporate core principles of Courage, Respect, and Integrity.

· Demonstrated ability to closely follow testing protocols and quality procedures and reporting results in a useful manner.

· Familiarity with Quality Management systems and understanding of its application to manufacturing processes.

· Good written and verbal communication skills

· Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

· Good numerical skills in order to report results.

· Self-motivated and must be able to work independently.

· Demonstrated skills entering, retrieving, and manipulating data in a Quality Management System and Microsoft based computer system.

· Knowledgeable of manufacturing and mining processes in a related mineral industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

· Must be physically able to perform work assigned.

· Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.

· Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 150 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.

· Will be working at times in covered environment but mainly in a mining environment.

· The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Rain, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Mineral Particles.

· The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting.

· Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

· High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

· Technical training or other related field is desired.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

· One to three (1-3) years previous heavy manufacturing and/or mining experience.

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

· Three to five (3-5) years previous heavy manufacturing and/or mining experience.

Lhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future.

Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time. We also offer an attractive  401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service  to help you plan confidently for the future. We recognize that growth doesn’t stop at the workplace. That’s why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

At Lhoist North America, your success is our investment.

Lhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That’s why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

At Lhoist North America, inclusion isn’t just a policy, it’s a core part of who we are.

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