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CEMEX

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports. Conferred with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information. Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles. Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew. Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted design/drafting equipment and software. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair activities including historical records to ensure that those machines and equipment are properly installed and functioning according to specifications. Conduct some basic research to tests and analyze the design, operation, the present and future trends of the machine in terms of sustainable feasibility and stable performance of the equipment, its components and global system. Develop, coordinate measurements, and monitor all significant aspects related to machine productive life cycle, including normal and abnormal wear, selection of special remediation methods to maintain and improve performance, implementing if needed special operating procedures to ensure a better machine performance in terms of predictability and dependability. Ability to follow Original Equipment Manufactures manuals strictly from fabrication, storage, construction, commissioning / start up, performance testing, delivered, day to day production findings, troubleshooting, analyzing root failure cause events and corrective actions with or without Original Equipment Manufactures close guidance and feedback in new and old equipment also. Regarding remediation actions able to estimate costs and submit bids for engineering, repairs, modifications, constructions, reconstructions, overhauling, or extraction projects, and prepare contract documents pertaining the related activity and it's successful achievement. Perform and / or perform followup in personnel required duties and functions, such as supervision of production and maintenance, workers, operators, inspectors, technicians, technologists and related engineering involved activities, lubrication  and evaluative programs. Establish and coordinate the maintenance and safety procedures, service schedule, lubrication survey, lubrication schedule , and foresee the supply of materials required to maintain machines and equipment in condition (preventive / predictive maintenance). Study industrial processes to determine where and how application of alternative equipment can be made and when if needed. Write performance requirements for project development or engineering needs. Keep records of machinery following Japanese Methodology  like format historical machine production log and providing Pareto's of their failures corrections up time logs and downtime logs as indicators of machine health and equipment's needs.

I can understand if you're just getting out of prison and need some fast cash but this place to inform you on the settings and the type of community you will be working with 80% of the people you're working with are hired directly from prison which means lots of eagles and undisciplined guys that you will have to work with the fact that I need the money at the time was good but once I actually got in it was a whole entire different ball game especially at this location if you have options and school degree like I do then I would highly suggest that you look for other jobs in your criteria this place has lots of favoritism lots of things that is not by policy and they let these criminal guys pretty much do whatever if you try on reporting it it will act like they didn't hear you so pretty much if you the type of guy that just needs a fast check and want to work a week or two this is a great place for you there is a high turnover rate here at this site I would not suggest to anyone who doesn't have a felony or just getting out of prison there's lots more other professional companies in this city the schedule changes like every month you never really know what you're going to be doing on a day-to-day basis sometimes it's really unorganized and I would compare it to a high school because of all of the drama that carries on here I've never worked with a group of guys so unequipped for the job mentally and professionally most guys here do not know what they are doing whatsoever they're literally just getting out of prison just needing a couple of checks so they pretty much breathe on in until they get fired super high turnover rate some management will talk to you like you are a child and you do not matter would not suggest to anyone that has other options in life if you're getting some type of curriculum for yourself I will highly recommend keeping that type of information to yourself most of these guys will Envy you because of their circumstances of not being able to work busting bricks is some of their only options also they do not care if you speak without any sense so if you speak super ghetto and thuggish and cannot pronounce proper words this would be a great job for you it's almost like a second language well you will have to dumb yourself down to understand what some people are saying because it's almost like gibberish lots of guys here do not speak proper English it's almost like you're in the streets would not suggest this to anyone that wants to make a real career the money is good for a short time period get in and get far away and far out there are way more Red Hats than white hats because of this very same situation the work itself is not that hard but when you are dealing with guys that has no discipline no leadership no real professional attributes that will make your time here extremely difficult you have been warned you will struggle to get a break because there are any breaks and most likely your team member will not help you it's every man for himself here

Management: The management team demonstrates a severe lack of leadership and competence. There is a consistent pattern of:

Poor communication: Information is rarely communicated clearly or in a timely manner, leading to confusion, frustration, and wasted effort. Decisions are often made without employee input or consideration for the impact on workload.

Lack of support: Managers are consistently unavailable and unresponsive to employee needs and concerns. There is a noticeable absence of guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback. When issues are raised, they are frequently dismissed or ignored.

Micromanagement (in some cases) or lack of direction (in others): Depending on the specific manager, there's either an excessive level of control and scrutiny, which stifles creativity and initiative, or a complete absence of direction, leaving employees feeling lost and unsupported.

Lack of vision: There is no clear strategic direction, leading to a sense of aimlessness and instability. Priorities shift constantly, and employees are given conflicting instructions.

Unfair treatment/Favoritism: There's a perception that certain employees are favored, leading to resentment and a toxic work environment. Performance seems to be evaluated subjectively, rather than objectively.

Compensation: Employee compensation is significantly below market value. Despite increasing workloads and responsibilities, salaries have remained stagnant. This has led to a feeling of being undervalued and demoralized. The lack of competitive pay makes it difficult to retain qualified employees and attracts only those who are desperate for any job.

Turnover: The direct result of poor management and low pay is an extremely high rate of employee turnover. The constant departure of experienced staff creates a disruptive and unstable work environment. This turnover places a significant burden on remaining employees, who are forced to absorb additional responsibilities without adequate support or compensation. The loss of institutional knowledge also negatively impacts productivity and efficiency. The company seems unwilling to address the root causes of this turnover, instead focusing on short-term solutions like constantly hiring replacements.

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A typical day at work
My days were highly dynamic and fast-paced, focusing heavily on international costs and controllership coordination. A standard day involved evaluating operational KPIs, managing complex administrative systems, and strategizing economic development plans for various operative units across different countries.

What you believe you learned
During my nearly 18-year tenure, I deeply refined my expertise in corporate governance and policy implementation. I learned how to successfully structure and execute cross-border M&A due diligence, having integrated multidisciplinary teams for major acquisitions in Brazil and Venezuela.

Management
Leadership was results-driven and naturally demanding. They expected a proactive, solutions-oriented approach and required managers to be highly competitive. At the same time, management empowered us to find strategic solutions that benefited the company's macro objectives.

Workplace culture
The environment was highly competitive but deeply rooted in teamwork. There was a strong emphasis on organizational culture, encouraging a true sense of belonging and ownership. You are expected to be a "winner" who makes things happen, but always in collaboration with the wider team.

The hardest part of the job
The most challenging aspect was seamlessly integrating operations and aligning diverse corporate cultures during large-scale international acquisitions, ensuring that everything met our strict compliance and governance standards without slowing down operations.

The most enjoyable part of the job
Delivering high-quality results in a short amount of time and seeing the direct impact of my work on the company's goals. There is no greater pleasure than building a profound sense of belonging with the team and feeling genuinely recognized and valued for your contributions to the company's global success.

Typical Day at work
7:15am Get in a little early to check emails and voicemails. Respond to urgent & important emails. Mark emails that require further action. 
7:30am Login into to project management software, check progress of projects. Check on prior day projects and assure that they have progressed as planned.  Adjust project pricing that does not reflect existing contract.  Interact with district team members on pricing updates, weather conditions, and strategic plans.
9:00am Prepare for conference call with district managers/leads.
9:30am Meeting begins
10:30am Return customers calls to discuss, negotiate and plan upcoming projects. Follow-up with contractors that mentioned upcoming projects
11:00am Head to lunch 
12:00pm Prepare contracts and negotiating revisions additions to contractual agreements with contractors, suppliers and subcontractors. Continue to follow-up on upcoming projects. 
4:30pm I take a look at my appointments for the next day and remainder of the week. Take a look at my To-Do list and see what else is still pending. 

Management 
Hold true to being transparent in their roles. CEMEX management is accessible and approachable and follows the open door policy. They make it a point to proactively share and do not hoard information. 

Co-workers 
I enjoy working with my co-workers that hold the same goal of being the easiest partner to conduct business with for our customers. This is done by building long term relationships that offer experiences to drive loyalty. 

The hardest part of my job
There is always work to be done, it is difficult at times to find a stopping point.

The most enjoyable part of my job
I enjoy the people that I work with, the products I am marketing, the transparency of the company, the principles that the company stands behind and the mission of my department.

Just felt like sharing as I felt I have been wronged. I was a driver here recently. I did my job to the fullest. Followed every rule and order. Never complained. Never was once late. Took my position very seriously. Treated all company property and contractor property as if it were my own. And I was let go for something that I feel isnt fair and for what would have been my first reprimand. Protocol usually encompasses that I am to be coached, verbally warned, given a written warning, and then suspended for three days if I have been found to continue breaking a rule. None of that happened. I was just terminated. I cannot believe that what I put into a company was not put back into me. I am not here to tell anyone to not use or not work for Cemex. Not my intent. I just want it to be known that now my ability to provide for my family has been taken away when I know of numerous other instances where employees that did not treat their position with the same level of professionalism that I did were given many other chances and passes. I was told while on shift by my manager to not let it happen again. Only to clock out and recieve a call that I have been let go. What hurts more is I emailed the regional manager who numerous times has given me his card and expressed open lines of communication hoping to just get some clarity and an explanation and I wasn't even given the decency of a reply. So my ability to pay rent, daycare, and put food on the table was taken with no explanation. Fair? I dont think so. Any how, hopefully Cemex sees this and moves forward with a different approach in the future with their employees. I may have fell victim to a man looking to make an example of me but every dog has their day.

Overall CEMEX was the best job I’ve had. The pay is fair, could be a bit more competitive with some other companies, the work is not boring, not that hard, but not easy either. It is a big responsibility to drive safely in ready mix trucks going up into the hills and freeways. Everyone was nice, helpful, friendly. The benefits are great. Could be better but still great. 

The pay is great with lots of overtime and some double time pay as well. At other times there may not be much work but almost always got my 40 hours at least. Many times 50-60 or even over 70 hours. 

The only downside is the schedule because it is completely random. There isn’t really a work/life balance. You end up working very long hours at odd times. Sometimes night pours in the middle of the night going into the next day in the early afternoon. You sometimes work every Saturday or every other Saturday. You get one day off, usually Sunday. You get your start time for the next day the night before your shift and you are finished when the work is done. 

You can’t really plan anything outside work except Saturday night or Sunday and even then you may start early Monday or not be able to go out because of an early start the next day. However, you get vacation time and sick days. Not too much the first year, but the second and third year you get one week, then two weeks pto, after 10 i think its 3 weeks.

Great job to either retire, save some money or get experience and still be able to drive local and come home every night. I recommend it, but at least know what you are getting yourself into and be ready to work hard!

My skills have enhanced immensley since working at CEMEX.  I work with plans everyday doing take offs on rebar, concrete, blocks and building materials.  My customers trust me trust me to manage their projects from the beginning to the end. The bid process is the initial start and that leads to me shipping the material to the different job sites.  My day starts at 6:30 Monday thru Friday and ends at 4:30.  I work in a fast paced concrete office where I assit in the dispatch process.  In the dispatch office, I batch and ship concrete.  I put together concrete submittals based on specifications on the plans.  My days are never typical because my day changes day to day.  I've learned to be patient and understanding.  My co-wokers depend on my to assit them with estimates and rebar take-offs.  The most enjoyable part of my job is a satisfied customers.  The hardest part of my job is having to say no.  It's my desire to make all of my customers happy.  unfortunately, some of my customers procrastinate and I am unable to meet their needs.  Management is hands on and is part of our everyday process.  We meet once a month to discuss updated pricing and job leads.  A typicals day is never a typical day!

worked as an equipment operator and it really wasnt a hard job at all. i got stir crazy at points just from driving all day so thats definitely something to keep in mind if you go for that position.. you will drive for the whole shift.

let me break it down to basic pros and cons

pros
easy job, simple tasks, decent pay, dental/health/401k , quarterly bonuses depending on meeting the quota, team leaders and immediate supervisors were pretty cool and would work with you in regards to personal life conflicting with schedule ( picking kids up from school etc.) very safety oriented you get to operate some pretty fun things once you've been there a little while

cons
upper management and corporate want numbers and saturday shifts happen a lot, theres a lot of times other production drivers will act childish and try to get under everyones skin just because they're bored, summertime in florida will make road conditions tricky and sliding around on the road WILL happen when its wet. not impossible to handle though, long hours driving can make you drowsy ( i lived on enough caffiene to kill an elephant daily) , 

What is the best part of working at the company?
There’s a constant routine your either pouring into a Big pump, small pump, doing sidewalks/driveways, or curb .. And cleaning your mixer truck…

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Never having a set schedule one day your start time can be 3:00 am the next day it could be 1:45 am , the next day it could be 11:30 pm it just depends on the job if u can deal with never having a set schedule then you’ll be fine 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The company is a great company , there plenty of opportunities to advance yourself and job titles, you have to work hard and don’t rush , make an impact from day 1

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I would get off for the day then at 6:30 pm you have to call the hotline to find out your start time for the next day once you get that start time , I would go home eat shower sleep then get up punch in , put on my PPE and get in my Mixer truck , log in my tablet in the truck then wait for dispatch to send me a load . Once you get a load you would back the mixer under the sylo and get loaded , once your done loading you would go to the slump rack add water and slump down your concrete once your were u need to be head to the job , offload the cement then head back to the job and wait for another load …

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