Plant Operator Trainee

Asphalt Materials, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Asphalt Materials, Inc. is seeking a Plant Operator Trainee to join their team. In this full-time role, you'll oversee operations at the terminal, ensuring the smooth receipt and shipment of products. Responsibilities include operating equipment, conducting quality tests, and maintaining safety standards, all while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Full benefits

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Basic mechanical and/or electrical knowledge.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure overall operation of the terminal including receipt and shipment of products.
• Assist in manufacturing asphalt products and performing quality control testing.
• Maintain and update plant operations inspections and records.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School or Equivalent diploma

Job description

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As a Plant Operator Trainee, you will work as part of a team to 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. Additionally, you will be testing products to ensure compliance with both specifications and internal QC.

Build Your Career at Emulsicoat!

As a Plant Operator Trainee, you will work as part of a team to 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. Additionally, you will be testing products to ensure compliance with both specifications and internal QC.

Essential Functions

• Receiving and shipment of raw materials, asphalt, and emulsion products
• Manufacturing of asphalt products
• Able to conduct dispatching duties and maintain relations with vendors
• CM Loading (Multi-grade)
• 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
• Must 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.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.
  
  

Education Qualifications

• Required High School or Equivalent diploma
  
  

Experience Qualifications

• 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) preferred
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• 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.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license is required
  
  

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• 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
  
  

The pay for this role is $22.76 per hour, with full benefits and an annual bonus.

About Emulsicoat

Emulsicoat is a member of the Asphalt Materials Inc. family of businesses. Our Asphalt Companies continually supply high quality products and services, allowing us to excel in pavement preservation techniques and construction services. We play critical roles in assisting federal, state, local and private authorities in building economical and reliable pavements while maintaining safety and environmental stewardship to the highest standards.

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.

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