3rd Shift Plant Operator Trainee

About the role

Build your career at Asphalt Materials, Inc! As a 3rd Shift Plant Operator Trainee, you will work as part of a team to ensure the overall successful operation of the terminal.

Responsibilities

• Functions include loading and unloading of trucks, unloading rail cars, basic maintenance activities, upkeep of operational documentation and maintaining standard plant operations.
• Safety of our employees is our core value. Employees will be required to participate in safety programs and engage in the employee-owned safety culture of the facility.
• The hours for this role are typically 12:00 pm to 8:00 am. Hours may vary based on work season.

Essential Functions

• Willingness to abide by safety policies and adhere to the policies/practices
• Raw material receiving activities
• Product shipment activities
• Manufacturing of asphalt products
• Maintain required documentation regarding daily operation activity
• Maintain appropriate plant operations by adjusting plant equipment
• Perform general plant facility maintenance
• Troubleshoot process issues

Additional duties and responsibilities

• Continuously grow in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

Education Qualifications

• Preferred High School or Equivalent

Experience Qualifications

• Preferred 1+ years industry experience

Skills And Abilities

• Adaptable mindset
• Reliable
• Safety focused
• Ability to demonstrate accountability
• Ability to succeed in team environment
• Preferred basic mechanical and/or electrical knowledge
• Preferred previous production/maintenance experience

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Ability to utilize ladders and stairs to access equipment
• Willingness to work outdoors
• Willingness to utilize Personal Protective Equipment
• Comfort level working around industrial piping and on elevated platforms
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Safely lift at least 50 lbs
• Successfully pass a physical and drug test

About Asphalt Materials, Inc.

Asphalt Materials, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. Since 1956, Asphalt Materials has prioritized safety and created a people-focused culture around asphalt expertise and innovation. Through its commitment to building long-term relationships with employees, customers and vendors based on trust and confidence, Asphalt Materials creates solutions to issues affecting customers and our communities. Asphalt Materials is a part of The Heritage Group’s family of businesses. Learn more at www.asphalt-materials.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #AsphaltMaterialsInc