Production Associate - Scottsdale, Az

Job ID: 486251
Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry's well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
PebbleTec-a division of Oldcastle APG is a Scottsdale-based company that sources, processes, and distributes swimming pool and backyard products to an entrenched customer base and is well positioned for continued growth through organic initiatives, including international expansion, as well as through acquisitions.
Summary
We are seeking a Pre-Cast Production Associate who will be responsible for working cooperatively with the Cast Stone Production Manager in a pre-cast concrete environment. The Pre-Cast Production Associate, under the instruction of the Cast Stone Production Manager will be called on to produce finished pieces by performing any or all of the necessary steps required to do so. In addition, there will be shop maintenance duties and other miscellaneous tasks as required to support the completion of the weekly production schedule and support development of new products.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing mold prep and demolding
• Mixing and batch set up of materials
• Applying texture coat to molds
• Operating sprayers, pump equipment and filling molds
• Sanding and slurry/finishing of demolded parts
• Application of sealer to finished pieces
• Safe transporting of molds and parts thru each process stage and into finished goods inventory. Involves movement of parts from mold to worktable to pallet
• Cleaning and maintenance of shop, tools, and equipment
• Managing and maintaining the cast stone shop and production activities in the absence of the Cast Stone Production Manager
• Work & cross training in sample fulfillment under the direction of the Sample Fulfillment Coordinator

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arm; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch
• Physical ability sufficient to lift and maneuver heavy objects and equipment up to 65 lbs

Job Requirements

• Capable of learning the science of concrete and the processes for casting, curing, and achieving optimal quality and performance
• High school diploma or GED

Skills & Attributes:

• Skilled with power tools; air powered and electrical
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Strong at multi-tasking with good organizational skills
• Reliable and dependable
• Excellent attention to details
• Self-motivated, responsible, and reliable
• Exhibit strong initiative
• Team worker
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Valid driver's license

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and 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 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.
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Date: Sep 2, 2023