Plant Operator - Trainee

Heritage Construction + Materials • Warsaw, IN

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About The Position

Build your career at Asphalt Materials, Inc! As a Plant Operator Trainee, you will work as part of a team to ensure the overall successful operation of the terminal. 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. 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 Heritage Construction + Materials provides diverse careers in road construction and material supply throughout the Midwest. Here you can define your own path to success and build a career made to last. Heritage Construction and Materials is a proud member of The Heritage Group family of companies. Explore all Heritage Group career opportunities here. Not seeing your next job? Join our Talent Community here to share your interest with our team We respect your privacy. By clicking the link above and submitting the interest form, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our privacy policy. If you are a California resident, you acknowledge that you have read the privacy notices for the applicable companies in which you are interested in receiving alerts, including Envita Solutions, Monument Chemical, Asphalt Materials, Inc., Heritage Aggregates, LLC d/b/a US Aggregates, U.S. Aggregates, Inc., and Milestone Contractors, L.P.

Requirements

• Willingness to abide by safety policies and adhere to the policies/practices
• Adaptable mindset
• Reliable
• Safety focused
• Ability to demonstrate accountability
• Ability to succeed in team environment
• Valid driver's license Required
• 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

Nice To Haves

• High School or Equivalent
• 1+ years industry experience
• Preferred basic mechanical and/or electrical knowledge
• Preferred previous production/maintenance experience

Responsibilities

• 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 as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED