Bagger

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POSITION SUMMARY: Lhoist North America's New Braunfels Plant is a 400,000 ton per year industrial lime manufacturer located in New Braunfels, Texas. The Bagger is both a Production and Shipping position, responsible for filling and loading of bagged hydrated lime products.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the bagging system and related components.
• Responsible for the proper filling and shipping of bag products to comply with company specifications and customer requirements.
• Ensure proper operation and care of packing equipment to maximize bag filling efficiency, maintain bag weight accuracy, and preservation of company assets.
• Ability to operate, problem solve, and make necessary adjustments to the Bag Packers and Palletizing system.
• Coordinate with palletizer operator to ensure proper bag weights, fill time, and adequate supply of bags.
• Responsible for periodically lifting multiple 50 pound bags to restack and reclaim hydrated lime products.
• Continuously inspect all bagging related equipment to detect mechanical problems and ensure employee safety.
• Conduct quality control sampling to ensure quality of product being bagged.
• Assist maintenance with preventative care and minor repairs of bagging equipment.
• Maintain daily operating report and bag inventory levels.
• Perform all work assigned in a neat and orderly manner adhering to Company and governmental safety rules and regulations.
• Report any potential operational or safety problems to management.
• Cross train in other departments as needed.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledgeable of current environmental regulations and practices as they relate to the lime industry.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Effectively communicate and interact with supervisors and peers.
• Be able to work shift work, seven days a week, including holidays, and be flexible to schedule changes, including overtime.
• Must have a telephone and be receptive to call-outs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Must be capable of working shift work, overtime, seven days, or holidays, if needed
• Able to lift over 50 pounds
• Demonstrated skills of heavy equipment operation a plus, but minimum as demonstrated for an over the road haul truck
• History of safe operation of vehicle as demonstrated on driving record
• Effectively communicate and interact with supervisors and peers
• Must be able to perform in compliance with all task training requirements
• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, managers, and peers.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

PREFFERED EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 0-3 months of industrial experience is preferred.

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE: 0-3 months of industrial experience is preferred.

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.