Plant Operator Trainee

Asphalt Materials, Inc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned business that has been a pillar in the community since 1954! As a Plant Operator Trainee, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the terminal. This position emphasizes safety and teamwork, where you'll be involved in loading and unloading materials, maintaining documentation, and performing essential maintenance tasks. With a focus on personal and professional growth, this opportunity offers a supportive environment where you can thrive and contribute to the company's ongoing success. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career in the asphalt industry, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Preferred 1+ years industry experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful operation of the terminal.
• Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
• Perform general maintenance and troubleshoot process issues.

Skills

Adaptability

Reliability

Safety consciousness

Accountability

Teamwork

Basic mechanical/electrical knowledge

Production/maintenance experience

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Plant Operator Trainee role at Asphalt Materials, Inc.

Build your career at Asphalt Materials, Inc! As a Plant Operator Trainee, you will work as part of a team to ensure the successful operation of the terminal. Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, rail cars, basic maintenance, documentation, and maintaining plant operations. Safety is our core value, and employees are expected to participate in safety programs and uphold our safety culture.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to safety policies and practices
• Receive raw materials
• Ship products
• Manufacture asphalt products
• Maintain operational documentation
• Adjust plant equipment for optimal operation
• Perform general maintenance
• Troubleshoot process issues
• Perform additional duties aligned with company values and growth

Qualifications

Education: Preferred High School or Equivalent

Experience: Preferred 1+ years industry experience

Skills and Abilities

• Adaptability
• Reliability
• Safety consciousness
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Basic mechanical/electrical knowledge (preferred)
• Production/maintenance experience (preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license required

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Access equipment using ladders/stairs
• Work outdoors
• Use Personal Protective Equipment
• Work around industrial piping and elevated platforms
• Flexible hours
• Lift at least 50 lbs safely
• Pass physical and drug tests

About Asphalt Materials, Inc.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Asphalt Materials, Inc. is a family-owned business since 1954, emphasizing safety and a people-focused culture. As part of The Heritage Group, we are committed to long-term relationships and community solutions. Learn more at www.asphalt-materials.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.