Coring Machine Operator

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Coring Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the Coring Machine at the Lafarge Edmonton Pipe Plant. They work in a team and coordinate efforts to ensure products are cored in a timely fashion. They participate in housekeeping and other various tasks throughout the plant. A high level of safety practices must be used at all times.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Complete Field Level Risk Assessments before beginning each job
• Keep equipment maintained and clean
• Follow all confined space and safe work procedures
• Prioritize work assignments based on the delivery dates, read and execute work based on the shop drawings
• Complete monthly inventory counts and keep track of stock
• Contribute to maintaining high-quality concrete pipe production standards, essential for internal projects and operations.
• Transport raw materials, finished products, and equipment throughout plant manually or using powered equipment
• Assist machine operators, assemblers and other workers
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: High School Diploma
Additional Education Preferred: Concrete Finisher
Required Work Experience: 3-5 years of experience preferred
Required Training/Certifications: Forklift and Crane experience preferred, valid Driver's License
Required Technical Skills: Prior concrete/concrete coring, working in a pipe plant, operated forklift and crane would be an asset
Additional Requirements:

• Safety Oriented
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Use of hand tools such as slide-hammers, sledge hammers, concrete drill
• Willing to work early morning shifts, and overtime when needed including Saturdays
• Able to work in a fast paced, high production environment
• Able to work unsupervised
• Able to work well with others
• Good communication skills
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests

This is a unionized position that is subject to negotiated rates. Rate of pay is determined by experience and skill level. The rate can also include shift differential depending on the time and day of the shift.

*Please note that a valid driver’s license is required for this position*

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.