Asphalt Plant Operator
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain asphalt plant in a safe and efficient manner
Manage schedules/hours as well as daily duties for all plant personnel
Communicate with internal and external customers with daily orders and needs
Track inventories of incoming and outgoing products
Participate in quality control and safety programs
Operate equipment, perform asphalt plant maintenance, and other misc. duties as directed by supervisor
Ability and desire to work in a high-pressure environment
This position will/may include nights and weekend shifts during the paving season.
This position will/may include travel between plants as needed by supervisor.
Requirements
Requires minimum two (2) years experience in asphalt plant operation
Must be able to monitor multiple plant systems for production of a quality and profitable product
Must be able to work in high and confined spaces
Need good math skills and the ability to work with statistical specifications with a high degree of accuracy
Requires skills in planning, organization, communication, and observation
Must be able to read and comprehend specifications, operators manual, instructions, and maintain operators log
Need mechanical ability with welding, fabrication, and good troubleshooting skills
Need a positive attitude and the ability to work well with others
Ability to operate loader helpful
Qualifications
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
401K with Company Match
Profit Sharing
8 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Benefits
Additional Information:
How To Apply
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application.