Plant Operator-Asphalt Plant

S.T. Wooten Corporation•Wilmington, NC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Operator is responsible for the efficient management and operation of an assigned plant or operation, which may include asphalt, concrete, crushing, or grinding plants. The position focuses on building the skills needed for promotion to foreman, including direct management of employees and additional responsibilities. The role has direct responsibility for equipment, materials, scheduling, safety, quality, workmanship, and completing assigned projects on time and within the estimated budget. Duties may include supervising plant personnel and subcontractors. The position requires long, flexible hours as demanded by customers, including nights and weekends, and extended periods of outdoor work in all seasons. Regular and predictable attendance is required. The role involves heavy physical effort and continuous work around noise, dust, heat, cold, oil, and heavy equipment. Personal protective equipment may be required.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
At least 1 year of experience in asphalt plant operations.
Experience with NCDOT requirements.
Ability to perform heavy physical effort, including pulling and lifting or moving lightweight material, with occasional lifting or moving of materials or equipment weighing over 60 pounds.
Ability to continuously work around noise, dust, heat, cold, oil, and heavy equipment.
Ability to exchange ideas quickly and clearly and to receive and evaluate detailed information and instructions.
Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct the assigned plant crew to complete projects as instructed by the Production Manager and/or another manager.
Ensure new personnel receive orientation covering company policies, safety requirements, and job responsibilities.
Assist and direct crews in equipment maintenance and use, job performance, cost control, work quality, productivity, communication, and housekeeping.
Inspect equipment and perform or request maintenance and repairs as needed.
Conduct routine facility and equipment safety and hazard-identification inspections.
Order materials, including fuel, cement, asphalt, and aggregate, as needed for the project or plant operation.
Monitor assigned plant personnel and maintain regular work hours.
Maintain daily payroll records and record hours worked by each employee assigned to the plant.
Maintain a daily diary recording conversations, weather conditions, and events for future reference.
Complete required daily reports, verify their accuracy, and promptly transmit them to the supervisor.
Ensure work complies with OSHA, MSHA, local laws and ordinances, and EPA regulations, including work performed by subcontractors.
Emphasize safety, insist on compliance with safety regulations, and conduct daily huddle meetings with safety as the primary agenda.
Maintain good relations with the general public, employees, inspectors, and customers, and promote a positive company image.
Perform work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Perform additional duties required for project or plant operations, or as directed by the supervisor.