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Kokosing Inc Asphalt Plant Operator in Lakewood, Ohio
Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $1.5 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team. Job Description: Responsible for safely operating asphalt plant, ordering supplies and managing a plant crew. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for safely operating and maintaining asphalt plant and construction equipment. 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. Communicate with quality control personnel and make adjustments to material blends as needed. Monitor inventory levels of all mix materials, and order materials as needed. Monitor production levels and adjust production as needed. Properly calibrate plant. Supervise employees at the plant. May be designated to train employees as needed. 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. Clean control house and yard facility daily. Maintain good customer relations with customers on an ongoing basis. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of asphalt plant. Strong attention to detail. Must have the initiative, ability, and willingness to perform and assist with other responsibilities for job completion as requested. Must be willing to work day or night shift, including weekends. Must be willing to travel. Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.
