Plant Operator (Pugmill)

Vulcan Materials Company; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company is seeking a Plant Operator to oversee the safe, efficient operation of automated rock processing at an aggregate site. You will monitor equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure peak plant efficiency.

Responsibilities include operating production equipment, maintaining material quality, and performing basic maintenance to keep systems running smoothly. This role requires steady hands and a commitment to safety in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and support colleagues.
• Strong awareness of safety protocols and procedures.
• Proven work ethic with reliability and accountability.
• Able to adapt to changing conditions in a plant environment.
• Basic computer skills for monitoring and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Operates production material plant.
• Maintain material quality.
• Perform basic maintenance activities.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Safety Awareness

Work Ethic

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the automated processing of rock products at an aggregate location. The incumbent will monitor and control the equipment, identify and resolve any issues, and ensure that the plant is operating at peak efficiency.

Job Description

$1,500 Employee Referral Bonus Eligible

Job Summary

The Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the automated processing of rock products at an aggregate location. The incumbent will monitor and control the equipment, identify and resolve any issues, and ensure that the plant is operating at peak efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Operates production material plant.
• Maintain material quality
• Perform basic maintenance activities

Critical Competencies

• Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats; can express one's thoughts clearly but also demonstrate active listening, understands the needs of the audience, and adapts the message to ensure it is understood.
• Team Player: Actively contributes to the success of a team by working collaboratively with others, sharing responsibilities, and supporting team goals. Possess the ability to effectively communicate, listen, work harmoniously with others to achieve common objectives. Willing to help others with the ability to create a cohesive and productive work environment.
• Safety Awareness- Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
• Work Ethic- Demonstrates commitment and dedication toward completing tasks with high standards of quality, responsibility, and diligence; demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong sense of personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.

Experience

• Minimum two years experience in the construction/mining industry preferred
• Experience with automated processing equipment preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have strong working knowledge of industrial processing equipment such as screens, crushers and conveyor systems.
• Must be observant and alert to the movement and condition of equipment within assigned responsibility area.
• Identify and resolve any issues with the equipment, such as mechanical failures, electrical problems, or software glitches.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on the equipment
• Ensure that the plant is operating at peak efficiency, and take steps to optimize production
• Must have basic computer skills.

Other Requirements

• Performs housekeeping – maintain a clean and safe working station.
• Performs record-keeping requirements.
• Complies with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies, procedures and requirements
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift up to 45 pounds.
• The employee is outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, wet, cold, etc)
• Must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
• Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language.

Hourly Range:

the hourly range for this role is between $25.00 - $40.00. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate’s compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.