Scale Clerk

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers’ greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Scale Clerks primary objective is the successful and safe shipment of materials to the customer. Their second objective is providing the customer with a professional level of service by upholding Lafarge Brand appearance and courteous communication. In addition to these objectives they will assist in PO creation, work orders, payroll, and other administrative duties.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

• Safety: Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Respects and practices the Lafarge Health & Safety Rules.
• Responsible for reporting any observed safety violations and/or hazards to supervisors and management.
• Engage in daily safety communication activities (i.e.: Site Inductions, spot truck safety audits, daily safety messages, etc.) with management, employees and visitors.
• Housekeeping: Practices good housekeeping principles in all areas of work including the scale house and yard.
• Ensure that the scale house and surrounding area is kept safe, presentable and functional.
• Scale Operations: Operate APEX system according to standard operating procedures to check/tare in trucks and produce weigh-bills/tickets for the shipment of goods in an accurate and timely manner (i.e.: no overloads).
• Collect documentation as per Front-End guideline for transport vehicles and transfers to the CSLM.
• Proactively communicate customer, transport and system issues with CSLM, sales and back-office to ensure timely resolution.
• Collect money for cash sales and reconciles against register as prescribed by control procedures.
• APEX, administer resale ticket entry into APEX system in a timely and accurate fashion according to standard operating procedures to meet or exceed established OPIs for customer on-time and accurate invoicing.
• PO creation, receiving, work orders, payroll, and other reporting as required through SAP.
• Customer Service: Provide assistance via phone or face-to-face contact with visitors and direct them to appropriate personnel for further assistance. Dispatching: Follow the dispatch daily checklist to identify, record, and communicate changes to Dispatch aiming to minimize delivery disruptions to the customer.
• Logistics: Where required, support the Logistics Manager by following the Load & Scale Policy and STP Policy programs.
• Reporting: Produce daily, weekly and monthly reports as prescribed by Standard Operating Procedures and Policies.
• Reasonable for safety, hazard and violations reporting for drivers on site.
• Operating SAP/APEX systems (ticketing, PO, reports), while adhering to STP and load & scale policies.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Required Technical Skills: Microsoft Office proficiency
• Travel Requirements: 10%
• The qualified personnel will have excellent computer skills and be proficient in Excel.
• They will have experience working with customers / dispatching and having knowledge of the construction industry would be an asset, but not essential.
• They must work / communicate effectively as a member of a team, while being detail-oriented, thorough and accurate.
• The successful candidate will have a positive and optimistic attitude and can work well under pressure.

Additional Requirements:

• 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.
• Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.
• Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.
• Easy access to mental health and well-being support.
• Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions.
• Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities.
• Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits.
• An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
• A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.

We thank you for your interest. Please note that this posting is for an existing vacancy, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Lafarge is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Lafarge Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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.