Plant Operator

Vulcan Materials Company; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company seeks a Plant Operator to oversee equipment operation and ensure safety and efficiency at their facility in Calera, Alabama. The role emphasizes safety, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication within a supportive company culture. Competitive benefits include paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and a commitment to employee development and safety standards.

Benefits

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Training and development programs

Paid personal floating days

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating plants from a control booth is preferred.
• Eagerness to understand and utilize new technologies.
• Ability to perform maintenance and checks on equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment to regulate flow of materials.
• Proactively identify operational constraints and communicate them.
• Promptly respond to alarms and disruptions to maintain production.

Skills

Experience operating plants

Goal oriented

Flexibility

Technical competency

Mechanical skills

Education

Basic knowledge of concrete, cement, or construction industry

Job description

Job Description - Plant Operator (250001JY)

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials, including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time .

What You’ll Do:
Promote Safety. Actively engage in safety meetings and hazard assessments, contributing to a culture of continuous safety improvement.

Plant Operation. Operate plant equipment to regulate the flow of materials to and from conveyors, chutes, pumps, and storage bins. Control the stockpile inventory of materials.

Constraint Management. Proactively identify and communicate current operational restraints to management and maintenance, along with the steps needed to overcome them and improve operations.

Problem Solving. Promptly respond to alarms, operational disruptions, and process variations by diagnosing issues and implementing effective corrective actions to maintain production.

Technology and Automation System. Proficiently use plant automation systems via HMIs to control, monitor, and optimize equipment for maximum throughput, efficiency, and product quality. Utilize new technologies, actively participating in technological changes to enhance effectiveness.

Effective Communication. Clearly and effectively communicate with supervisors, colleagues, and other plant personnel regarding operational status, issues, and production targets.

Inspect and Learn Equipment, Structures, and Materials. Learn and comprehend plant equipment's function, capabilities, and critical maintenance, such as crushers, screens, and conveyors.

Document and Record Information. Maintain accurate operational logs, production records, and other necessary documentation as required.

Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Skills You’ll Need:

Experience. Prior experience operating plants from a control booth. HMI Controls Experience is preferred. Basic knowledge of the concrete, cement, or construction industry is preferred.

Drive / Goal Oriented. Driven by daily and weekly plant goals, focusing on defined physical limits rather than simply maximizing output.

Flexibility. Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.

Technical Competency. Eagerness to understand and utilize new technologies, actively participating in technological changes to enhance effectiveness.
Mechanical Skills. Ability to learn and comprehend the function and capabilities of plant equipment such as crushers, screens, and conveyors. Performing maintenance and checks as needed.

What You’ll Like About Us :

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impact daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States .

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

NOTICE TO TEMPORARY STAFFING AGENCIES, PLACEMENT SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL RECRUITERS Vulcan Materials Company has an internal recruiting department. Please review our policy as it relates to the use of temporary staffing agencies, placement services and professional recruiters.

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Primary Location

Organization

Organization

GM - AL

Schedule

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Full-time

Job Posting

Vulcan Materials Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law from discrimination.

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