OC Technician/Safety Coordinator Job at CRH, Portland, OR

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  • CRH
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

 

Job ID: 515031

 

Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

 

Job Summary
 

Responsible for the material handling and preparation for routine testing and for maintenance of assigned laboratory equipment as well as testing products and raw materials as per ASTM to ensure compliance and/or to develop new formulas.

 

Job Responsibilities

 

  • Preparation of materials and products for testing
  • Sampling and reduction of samples
  • Routine tests of raw materials, calculation of results, and preparation of test reports
  • Support manufacturing team in producing the highest quality products
  • Test all products and raw materials and record results
  • Calculate adjustments needed to correct the product if necessary
  • Obtain product samples and communicate what will be produced
  • Perform production material tests throughout shift
  • Perform product reject analysis
  • Visit manufacturing sites to test machinery and report proposed process improvements
  • Inspect all finished goods
  • Know all ASTM standards that apply and ensure all products meet these standards
  • Maintenance and housekeeping of assigned areas and equipment
  • Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
  • Assist in coordination, planning and facilitating training seminars
  • Educate staff via weekly safety training.
  • Weekly coaching on Lockout/Tagout and procedural audits
  • Work alongside managers/employees on EHS issues
  • Recognize safety hazards or unsafe work practices and develop Corrective Action Plans
  • Assist site management as needed with various EHS and production related projects
  • Responsible for EHS Compliance at site
  • Routinely inspect/observe plant equipment and activities for safe processes
  • Prepare and submit all required reports to Oldcastle or applicable agency
  • Keep the plant in compliance with EH&S regulations
  • Attend monthly safety committee meeting
  • Halt any unsafe action or work
  • Ensure all inspections and meetings are completed each month
  • Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned 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 accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

 

  • Ability to communicate with employees, peers, supervisors, vendors and customer is an effective manner

  • Must be detail oriented, organized, and have problem-solving and reasoning skills

  • Ability to perform advanced math calculations

  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions

  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables with little or no structure

  • Internal and external customer service oriented

  • Ability to work independently

  • Ability to perform sedentary work, occasional walking, standing, squatting, and bending required

  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs

  • Prolonged sitting, repetitive use of fingers and hands for typing

  • Available to work overtime as necessary

  • May be required to work under stressful conditions

 

Compensation

 

  • The hourly pay rate is $25 - $29 BOE

  • 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.

 

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Temporary work, Local area, Shift work,

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