Day Shift Ro Plant Operator Jobs in Decatur, AL (NOW HIRING)

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating and meeting customer needs in 13 states with over 3,000 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group is currently seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator for our asphalt operations located in the Huntsville/Tanner areas. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead safety, quality, and revenue generation throughout our existing operations and additional operations through growth.

Job Details: 

• Wages based on verifiable experience

• Full-time/Permanent

• Primarily day shift, but some night work may be required

• Weekend work may be required

• Overtime available along with medical and retirement benefits

Job Responsibilities:

• Safely operate and maintain asphalt plant and construction equipment 

• Determine proper quantities of materials needed to produce asphalt 

• Adjust controls to regulate the flow of materials 

• Maintain the speed of systems. 

• Ensuring the plant is operating at the proper temperature.

• Perform walk-around and site inspections for all equipment to identify and correct unsafe conditions.

• Responsible for preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is properly maintained and serviced as needed.

• Monitor inventory levels of all mix materials.

• Monitor production levels and adjust production as needed.

• Supervise employees at the plant. May be designated to train employees as needed.

• Ability to weld using an arc welder and cutting torch a plus.

• Monitor plant site to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow.

• Troubleshoot, problem-solve, and successfully discuss production problems with co-workers and supervisors.

• Accurately complete plant reports and other documentation as needed. Enters reports into computer system.

• Clean control house and yard facility daily.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required

• General mechanical knowledge

• Ability to maintain safe working conditions

• Previous experience working with Asphalt environmental preferred

• Basic welding skills preferred

• Good vision, both close-up and long-distance, and ability to look forward, side to side, and toward the rear of equipment.
• Must have good reliable transportation to make it to and from work.
• Self-motivated individual - must be able to perform required duties independently, without constant supervision.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and extended hours as needed.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration requirement.
• Must be Drug Free and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and possess a Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

Rogers Group provides extensive benefits, strong compensation, and a safe, drug-free working environment.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

• Group insurance options plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company paid life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
• Retirement 401K account with company contribution and match.
• Paid Holiday Shutdown period between Christmas and New Years in addition to           
• 7 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Paid vacation - Accrued during the first year starting at 180 days, 2 weeks at 1 year; 3 weeks at 5 years; 4 weeks at 20 years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 

All applications are accepted online at http://www.rogersgroupincint.com