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Russell Standard - Plant Operator

Ergon Inc.
Reading, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Join Russell Standard and work at the intersection of road preservation and asphalt science. From asphalt emulsions to specialty products, we create quality materials to solve almost any problem, as well as preserve existing roads with a range of treatments. This contributes to the building of safe, durable, and cost-effective roadways for communities across the US. In turn, these quality infrastructures help to connect goods and services with those who need them.

Our products are great. But as a company, we know we are only as good as our people. Join our team and help move our communities and country forward.

Summary

The Plant Operator is vital in the overall operation of the plant and facilities. Plant Operators perform the tasks necessary for the day-to-day operations and production of products.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Opens and closes valves for product transfers
  • Performs general preventative maintenance of pump and valve systems
  • Operates equipment
  • Inspects tanks periodically
  • Troubleshoots mechanics of plant systems
  • Weighs trucks, pre- and post-loading
  • Loads emulsion trucks
  • General Labor
  • Follows all safety policies and practices
  • All other duties as assigned

Skills and Education

Required

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Solid math and reading skills, and the ability to understand technical manuals
  • Two (2) years production/maintenance experience OR oil and gas industry experience OR completion of mechanical/industrial trade school program
  • Aptitude for learning new tasks and skills

Preferred

  • Asphalt materiel handling
  • Proficient computer skills

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work in a team environment with laboratory and sales personnel, as well as the ability to work independently without close supervision
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed
  • Willingness to be flexible in scheduling
  • Ability to safely lift at least 50 pounds, occasionally enter confined spaces, tolerate scents common to fuels and asphalt operation
  • Ability to perform work which requires frequent and regular movement of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
  • Ability to perform work which requires frequent and regular walking and standing
  • Ability to see, hear, talk, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity

Work Environment

This position requires its responsibilities to be performed in an asphalt emulsions manufacturing plant. Plants are outdoors and may require that work be done in adverse weather conditions. Work conditions may involve exposure to hot materials, chemicals, fumes, dust, odors, gases, and other substances used in a construction environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Russell Standard is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to high standards of business conduct and civil responsibility. The company does not discriminate in hiring, training, or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws, based on 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. Russell Standard intends to provide a work environment that is pleasant, professional, and free from intimidation, hostility, or other offenses that might interfere with work performance.

This is not an all-inclusive document. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors and/or management as deemed appropriate. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made (as appropriate to the position and company capabilities) to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. Job descriptions are not intended as, and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

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