Shipping Technician (on the job training)

Salary Range: $23-$26/hour based on experience

BENEFITS EFFECTIVE FIRST DAY OF EMPLOYMENT

About the Skyway Cement Company

Skyway Cement Company is a locally managed and operated subsidiary of Eagle Materials Inc. Eagle Materials is one of the largest American owned suppliers of materials for residential, commercial, institutional and public works construction in the United States.

Position Location: South Chicago, Illinois

Help Build the Future of American Manufacturing

This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on U.S. infrastructure. Skyway Cement Company, a subsidiary of Eagle Materials, is seeking an experienced Production Technician to help bring our plant in the United States to life. You will play a critical role to drive safety, efficiency, and long-term performance.

Eagle Materials is a trusted leader in American manufacturing, supplying essential materials that support homes, businesses, roads, energy projects, and critical infrastructure across the country. Every product we make—cement, wallboard, paperboard, concrete, and aggregates—is 100% manufactured in the United States, reinforcing our commitment to domestic production and economic growth.

At Eagle Materials, safety and environmental stewardship are not just priorities—they are core values. We invest in our people, our technology, and our facilities, fostering a culture where talented professionals are empowered to innovate, lead, and grow their careers. You’ll work alongside passionate, driven teammates who take pride in building something that truly matters.

If you’re looking for a career-defining opportunity and make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.

Learn more at Skyway Slag Cement.

Position Description: Shipping Technician for a manufacturer of slag cement. Duties include loading bulk tankers, railcars, and barges with slag cement, heavy equipment operation, mechanical maintenance inspections, and clean-up work. Candidate must have a safety–minded attitude that maintains and enhances a safety culture for the benefit of the company and its employees. Candidate must also have a Customer Focused Approach to delivering superior levels of service to our customers when loading slag cement through all modes of transportation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently load slag cement into bulk tankers, railcars, and barges.
• Perform daily inspections of equipment.
• Assist plant operations as needed.
• Perform preventative maintenance routines of equipment.
• Sweep, clean, and pick-up to maintain good housekeeping standards.
• Assist other departments with maintenance and production activities.
• Use forklift, bobcat, mobile crane, railcar movers, and other mobile equipment as needed.
• Ensure high standards for product quality and customer service.
• Contribute to team effort by performing other duties as assigned and needed.

The above job description has been designed to provide general guidelines for the identification of tasks, duties, and qualifications for the titled position and/or its successors. The description is not all inclusive of the duties that are performed by the incumbent, and the incumbent may be assigned to duties other than those listed in this document as the work environment and essential functions of the job change.

Position Dimensions:

• Must be flexible and able to work 2nd Shift
• Must be able to work 40 hours or more per week
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime if necessary, including weekends
• Must adhere to Standard Operating Procedures
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to legally work in the United States
• Must be able to work in temperatures of heat in summer and cold in winter
• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat as needed for responsibilities and other miscellaneous duties
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)
• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• 2+ years of industrial related work experience (Preferred)
• Railcar moving equipment and mobile crane operation (Preferred)
• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience (Preferred)

Preferred

• Manufacturing Experience: Industrial-related work experience
• Railcar Experience: Familiar with moving railcars within facility

Benefits Offered on Your First Day!

• Medical
• Telemedicine
• Health Advocate Service
• Dental & Orthodontics
• Vision
• FSA Medical & Dependent Care
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentive Bonus Program
• Life and AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

EEO Statement

Skyway Cement Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About The Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.