Sand Plant Operator in Scottsbluff

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Plant Operator- Sand Plant

Reports To: Aggregate Superintendent

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Region: East

Location: Scottsbluff, NE

Prepared By/Date: Human Resources February 13, 2012

Approved By/Date: Grant Hinze February 20, 2012

Summary: Operates and maintains sand drying plant, monitors material usage, assists with other equipment maintenance, backup plant operator for asphalt plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Develops plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.

Reviews production costs and product quality, and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of division.

Recommends maintenance budget to management.

Adjusts controls to regulate the flow of materials and maintains the speed of systems.

Ensures the plant is operating at the proper temperature.

Ensures that the plant is operating in accordance with all applicable regulations

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Designs work flows and procedures.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities.

Interpersonal - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Team Work - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. Leadership - Inspires and motivates others to perform well.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external).

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.

Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles;

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Two or more years related experience preferred.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Math Ability:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Inventory software and Internet software.

Certificates and Licenses:

Ability to be QA/QC State Certified

Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License Preferred

MSHA Certified or ability to obtain required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May supervise up to two employees in the Plant Operations. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to work in high, precarious places and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and smell.

Please apply via the following options:

Mail: Simon Contractors; Attn: Grant Hinze to 1914 W. Overland; Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Fax: 308-632-3442

Online: www.simoncontractors.com 

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