Plant Operator

Job description:

All States Materials Group ® is a regional leader in road building, pavement preservation and distribution of road materials. We see the exciting in what most take for granted: the roads we drive on every day. We strive to be the best at what we do, and we seek to do it better every day, in a safe, environmentally responsible, and technologically advanced way.

Position Summary:

The Plant Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the asphalt plant.

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to all safety rules, wears proper PPE at all times, and works safely on all jobs
• Daily operation of designated asphalt plant;
• Serve as the primary operator responsible for overseeing and managing operations during the shift, ensuring efficient production of asphalt materials.
• Processing orders, customer service;
• Preventative maintenance on the plant;
• Ordering supplies, monitoring fuel;
• While performing the duties of this position the incumbent is regularly required to stand for up to 10-12 hours (rest breaks as required by law will be provided), use hands, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks, stoop, bend, twist, kneel and crouch.
• Report immediately to Plant Manager any damage to the equipment or safety hazards or accidents.
• Must be able to consistently lift and/or manipulate with push/pull force /- 50 pounds.
• Flexibility with regard to schedule, working early and/or extended hours, weekends, and holidays when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with asphalt plant operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, with welding and cutting experience.
• Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Proficiency with computers and related software.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be highly motivated and able to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Must pass a physical examination and drug screening.

Work Conditions

Incumbent must be able to tolerate moderate to loud noise level (PPE will be provided, including hearing protection as required), long hours standing, walking, and laboring outdoors in varying weather conditions – frequently in extreme heat.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, handle, feel, talk, see and listen. The employee must be able to push levers forward and backwards. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb stairs, stoop, bend, twist, kneel and crouch. Employee may sit for an hour or more at a time.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person