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Plant Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Prior plant manager or supervisory experience in an asphalt or related environment * Experience operating loaders, skid steers, and/or telehandlers * Familiarity with asphalt mix designs, quality ...

Responsible for safely operating asphalt plant, ordering supplies and managing a plant crew. This is a second shift schedule. Homebase and most your time spent for this role will be at our Columbus ...

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Plant Operator

necoTECH

Columbus, OH • On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

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Job description

necoTECH is seeking an experienced and reliable Asphalt Plant Manager to join our team in Columbus,

Ohio. The ideal candidate brings hands-on knowledge of asphalt plant operations, a strong mechanical

aptitude, and the ability to support and lead day-to-day plant activities safely and efficiently. If you have the experience and drive to be part of something truly innovative, we want to hear from you.


This is not a traditional asphalt plant. necoTECH is a developmental operation at the forefront of sustainable paving technology — actively refining a proprietary process to produce 100% recycled asphalt. This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in bringing a groundbreaking technology to life.


RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee daily plant operations to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production

• Support the ongoing development and refinement of necoTECH's recycled asphalt process

• Monitor plant equipment and machinery, performing routine inspections and maintenance

• Coordinate with crew members to meet production schedules and project timelines

• Operate and supervise use of loaders, skid steers, and telehandlers as needed

• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime

• Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations

• Maintain production records and report on plant performance


REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience working at an asphalt plant — required

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment

• Ability to work a flexible schedule — hours will vary based on operational needs

• Dependable, safety-conscious, and a strong team player

• Openness to working in a developmental, fast-evolving environment


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior plant manager or supervisory experience in an asphalt or related environment

• Experience operating loaders, skid steers, and/or telehandlers

• Familiarity with asphalt mix designs, quality control, and production targets


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

• Health insurance coverage

• The opportunity to contribute to a first-of-its-kind sustainable paving technology



Company Description

necoTECH started with award-winning recycled plastics in asphalt roads and has been expanding ever since.

necoTECH is on a mission to transform the way that we take care of our nation’s infrastructure. We can do this in a more efficient and sustainable way, dynamically changing how asphalt and concrete are installed and managed.

We are utilizing more advanced equipment, and creating eco-friendly materials to improve performance, increase safety, and to make our infrastructure more sustainable for decades to come.