Plant Operator Union

Overview

Job Description - Plant Operator Union (250002UG)

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.

About the Job:

The Plant Operator IV 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.

• Operates a production material plant.
• Performs basic maintenance activities.
• Maintains a clean and safe working station.
• Performs record-keeping requirements.
• Complies with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies, procedures and requirements.
• Works required overtime and flexible work schedule.
• 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 bending and lifting up to 45 pounds.
• Employee is outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, wet, cold, etc).

• Education: High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Experience: 5+ years experience in the construction/mining industry preferred. Experience with automated processing equipment preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills & 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; identify and resolve issues with equipment; perform routine maintenance and inspections; ensure peak plant efficiency; basic computer skills.

• Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats; can express thoughts clearly and 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, supporting team goals, and creating a cohesive and productive work environment.
• Safety Awareness: Recognizes, understands, and adheres to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards and mitigating risks.
• Work Ethic: Demonstrates commitment and dedication toward completing tasks with high standards of quality, responsibility, and diligence.
• Processing Knowledge: Understands material flow, crushing, screening and stockpiling processes; knows how to adjust plant settings for production efficiency and troubleshoot inefficiencies.

• 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; committed to a safe work environment for employees and customers.
• Meaningful Work: Our aggregates are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing across the United States.
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.
• Rest and Relaxation:
  Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• Training and Development: We offer development programs to help employees meet their goals.

• Salary is prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement; candidates will be placed according to the union contract salary scale at $40.26 per hour.
• Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation.
• This position is…