DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job ID: 496083

SUMMARY
Under general supervision and accordance to established policies and procedures, assures and maintains the quality of all process samples, including but not limited to the collection of production samples, performance of production control tests and cement silo analysis, and accurate record keeping and documentation of all test results.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Observes all applicable safety policies and regulations.
* Complies with the plant sampling schedule of process samples, as determined by the Quality Control Manager.
* Collects representative raw mill product and kiln feed samples and conducts appropriate tests to assure proper control and maintenance raw kiln feed chemistry according to quality targets.
* Performs formulation and raw mill feeder adjustments as needed to maintain quality targets.
* Collects representative clinker samples and conducts appropriate tests to ensure and maintain proper clinker chemistry according to quality targets.
* Collects representative finish mill samples, as well as conducts appropriate tests and finish mill feeder adjustments to ensure and maintain proper cement chemistry according to quality targets.
* Analyzes coal samples for fineness and moisture.
* Collects representative bag house dust samples and conducts appropriate tests at interval decided by the Quality Control Manager.
* Analyzes bottom stage samples for loss on ignition and oxide analysis and determines percent calcination of sample.
* Maintains accurate records in designated log books and locations for all testing performed and adjustments made.
* Checks grinding aid and masonry additive flow rates at intervals set by the Quality Control Manager.
* Reports problems observed in the plant and ensures all samplers are working properly.
* Works routinely with Control Room Operators and shift supervisors.
* Indirectly reports to shift supervisors on off-shifts.
* Communicates test results to production personnel and issues process and production change orders.
* Assists in maintaining lab reagents and supplies.
* Performs additional non-routine testing for process control and research when necessary.
* Responsible for housekeeping and clean-up of immediate work areas and sample areas or in other areas in conjunction with assigned duties.
* Responsible for documentation associated with job duties.
* As required assists in major plant repair projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Shift: 12-hour rotating swing shift 7:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m. ET and 7:00 p.m.- 7:00 a.m. ET

May be exposed to chemicals, dust, noise, heat, and all weather conditions.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity