Fixed Term Plant Operator

Heritage Construction + Materials•Urbana, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Fixed Term Plant Operator at Emulsicoat, a member of the Asphalt Materials Inc. family of businesses, you will be a key part of a team responsible for the comprehensive operation of the terminal. This role involves fundamental tasks such as the receipt and shipment of various products, the manufacturing of asphalt and emulsion products, and diligent inspection and record-keeping. You will also be tasked with the maintenance of the facility's equipment. A critical component of the position is conducting quality control testing to ensure all products adhere to both external specifications and internal QC standards. Emulsicoat and its parent company are dedicated to providing high-quality products and services for pavement preservation and construction, while upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent diploma.
Basic mechanical and/or electrical knowledge.
Proficient computer skills.
Willingness to work shift work as necessary, and to be on call for after-hours support during seasonal workload increases.
Valid driver's license is required.
Ability to pass a drug test.
Willingness to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (i.e. - hard hat, safety glasses, safety work boots, long sleeves, long pants as required).
Willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Previous production/maintenance experience in the refined products terminal or production facilities and/or oil or gas industry (Mechanical/Industrial trade school will be considered work experience).

Responsibilities

Ensure the overall operation of the terminal including basic functions such as receipt and shipment of products, manufacturing of products, inspection and record keeping requirements, and the maintenance of the equipment in the facility.
Test products to ensure compliance with both specifications and internal QC.
Receive and ship raw materials, asphalt, and emulsion products.
Manufacture asphalt products.
Conduct dispatching duties and maintain relations with vendors.
Perform CM Loading (Multi-grade).
Perform MC Loading.
Assist in loading and unloading hot asphalt for trucks.
Maintain and update plant operations inspections and recordkeeping documents.
Assist in operating and adjusting plant pumps, valves, motors, feeders, and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations.
Perform general plant facility maintenance such as cleaning, painting and repairing plant facilities.
Perform various grounds maintenance duties.
Follow and assist to ensure that all safety policies are followed and implemented.
Be willing to work nights and weekends.
Perform quality control testing.
Diagnose operating problems and take effective courses of action.
Perform routine to difficult maintenance, repairs and installations to plant equipment such as pumps and valves.
Perform heavy manual labor.
Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.