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MALLET AND COMPANY / VANTAGE SPECIALTY CHEMICALS

PRODUCTION MANAGER - FOODS BUSINESS UNIT

Reports To: Site Manager

Location: Carnegie, (Pittsburgh), PA

ABOUT OUR COMPANY: Mallet and Company, a subsidiary of Vantage Speciality Chemicals, is a global supplier of processing aids for the food industry and recognized as a leading supplier of: bread and cake release compounds, edible oils and specialty blends, emulsions and icing stylizers, bread pan oilers, cake pan greasers and target spray equipment.

SUMMARY:

Our Production Manager contributes to the achievement of Company objectives by leading and managing the production department to ensure compliance with all company, local, state and federal safety and environmental policies; ensure product reliably meets all agreed customer requirements; maintain manufacturing costs at agreed-upon levels; effective deployment / development of human resources; drive a continuous improvement mindset throughout the department and organization to constantly advance process efficiencies, reduce costs, and achieve business growth plans; comply with and hold all personnel accountable for all facility procedures and initiatives; act as the production champion for quality and regulatory systems including cGMP and ISO documentation, food safety and all GFSI initiatives across the site.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures efficient operation of all production areas and establishes optimum manufacturing/ process conditions at lowest cost basis

• Ensures safe process and work conditions through active leadership in Safety, Health and Environment (SHE)

• Drives continuous improvement initiatives and is accountable for addressing all department required actions in a timely manner

• Prepares proposals for process modification and capital expenditures in cooperation with other technical departments

• Contributes to process and product development activities

• Ensures an effective production planning procedure

• Continually improving and achieving production standards in terms of physical yield utilities and chemicals consumption

• Accountable to the Site Manager for developing the production organization through selection/development/management of all production personnel

• Ensures plant is in compliance with all Company, local, state and federal standards for safety and environmental requirements

• Ensures all GFSI, ISO, cGMP, HACCP, Food Safety, Food Defense, Prerequisite programs, and operating procedures are in place, trained, and complied with

• Serves as department leader, ensuring incidents (production or safety related) are investigated to determine root cause and corrective actions implemented

• Oversees the production training program to ensure the workforce is continually developed

• Ensures a high standard of housekeeping is maintained and continually improved upon

• Develops and implements procedures related to the production units, human resources, safety and quality requirements

• Contributes to the harmonious human relations environment through effective management and communication with the workforce

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education/Experience:

• Requires BA/BS degree in an engineering field, preferably Chemical Engineering

• 5+ years of industrial management experience, preferably in a continuous chemical/process plant

• Must possess strong management skills with previous supervisory experience

• Project management experience is also preferable

• Experience with ISO and Food Safety quality systems is highly desired

Knowledge Skills & Talents:

• Strong analytical skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills

• Well-developed leadership and management skills

• Strong track record with influencing and working with cross-functional teams

• Demonstrated excellence with communication skills (oral and written) and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in MS Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook)

• Strong organizational skills

• Knowledge of all typical industrial equipment including various pumps, heat exchangers, valves, instrumentation, etc.

Vantage is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

MALLET AND COMPANY

SOLIDWORKS INDUSTRIAL PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEER

PITTSBURGH, PA

Company Overview:
Mallet and Company, a subsidiary of Vantage Specialty Chemicals, is a leading global supplier of processing aids for the food industry and recognized as a champion of: bread and cake release compounds, edible oils and specialty blends, emulsions and icing stylizers, bread pan oilers, cake pan greasers and target spray equipment.

SUMMARY: The SOLIDWORKS INDUSTRIAL PRODUCT DESIGN ENGINEER is responsible for the design and innovation of our companys equipment, sold to both commercial bakeries and retail customers, in a 3D CAD environment (SOLIDWORKS).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design equipment on SOLIDWORKS to be used in commercial bakeries and in retail locations (tabletop units)

• Review and troubleshoot existing equipment to improve the design

• Lead New Product Development projects

• Lead design reviews at various stages to capture input from various constituents (sales, customer, etc.)

• Advise on equipment modifications to enable manufacturing process enhancements

• Determine best practices for utilizing SOLIDWORKS in coordination with Equipment Division Manager

• Act as business unit's subject matter expert with SOLIDWORKS

• Troubleshoot customer equipment over the phone and in-person (may drive company vehicle, if within a drivable distance)

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / COMPETENCIES

• BS or AS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college/university or equivalent relevant experience required

• 5+ years of experience in a product design role with knowledge of Design for Manufacturing required

• Requires SOLIDWORKS super-user background with parts management and best practices experience

• Requires knowledge of equipment designs including but not limited to BOMs, Assembly Drawings, Schematics, GD&T and tolerance stack-up

• Commercial bakery, food manufacturing or restaurant equipment design experience preferred

• Experience with troubleshooting issues via phone preferred

• Electrical design a plus but not a requirement

• PLC programming experience a plus but not a requirement (we use Allen Bradley)

• Experience preferred with outsourcing designs for manufacture

• Capacity to transfer knowledge of SOLIDWORKS to new users or less experienced colleagues

• Well-developed oral and written communication and technical skills

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence, personal leadership and customer focus are critical for success in this role

• Strong problem-solving skills; self-motivated by problem-solving with inherent curiosity to understand how things work

• Ability to leverage suppliers of off-the-shelf components rather than custom-designed components

• Consistent track record of working effectively in a team and with staff in non-technical positions; must be a team player who demonstrates interpersonal skills and freely and openly exchanges ideas with customers, colleagues and key contacts in other departments; champion of collaboration!

• Proven ability to direct and recommend cost-effective, creative solutions

• Ability to learn new products and processes quickly; ability to learn the internal workings and repair approaches to repairing food equipment

• A logical and independent mind; excellent analytical skills

• Ability to travel up to 20%, both domestically and internationally (South America); valid U.S. Passport (or equivalent) required

• Strong comfort level with working in a fast-paced environment where quantity and quality go hand-in-hand

• Demonstrated success in working efficiently and reliably with minimal supervision

• Must possess a valid drivers license (to drive company vehicle to regional customers)

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: Up to 20% - domestically and internationally

PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, incumbent is constantly required to sit or stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; requires periods of walking, climbing stairs, standing, stretching, crouching, bending, heights, and carrying heavy items up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation; frequent communication by telephone required so must be able to speak clearly and hear well; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and to work on a computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment with air conditioning/heating, and on manufacturing floor at customer sites that may or may not be temperature-controlled

Vantage is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled

CDL Required: Yes
Required Travel:
Number of Openings: 1
FLSA Status:
Type of Position:
Position Status: Full Time
Additional Available Locations:
Position Summary
Train to understand ground duties of rig up, boost pump operations, and safety practices.

Key Accountabilities
Runs ground operations
Rig up/down
Run Boost pump
Hook up hoses
Grease unit while in operation, and monitor greasers on packing
Watches lube pump pressure and is eyes and ears to pump specialist
Maintains unit while operating
Watches for safe being of no- employee personnel in work area
Overseas work space, safety, and environmental responsibilities

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of work environment.
Willingness and ability to manage work area, and specific duties on their own.
Pass the company's "Physical Functions Assessment"

Required Experience and Education
Possession and maintenance of a class A or B CDL with heavy truck experience.
21 years of age.
6 months of previous oilfield experience.

CDL Required: Yes
Required Travel:
Number of Openings: 1
FLSA Status:
Type of Position:
Position Status: Full Time
Additional Available Locations:

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Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Nearest Major Market: Austin

CDL Required: Yes
Required Travel: 50% - 75%
Number of Openings: 1
FLSA Status:
Type of Position:
Position Status: Full Time
Additional Available Locations:
Position Summary
Train to understand ground duties of rig up, boost pump operations, and safety practices.

Key Accountabilities
Runs ground operations
Rig up/down
Run Boost pump
Hook up hoses
Grease unit while in operation, and monitor greasers on packing
Watches lube pump pressure and is eyes and ears to pump specialist
Maintains unit while operating
Watches for safe being of no- employee personnel in work area
Overseas work space, safety, and environmental responsibilities

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of work environment.
Willingness and ability to manage work area, and specific duties on their own.
Pass the company's "Physical Functions Assessment"

Required Experience and Education
Possession and maintenance of a class A or B CDL with heavy truck experience.
21 years of age.
6 months of previous oilfield experience.

CDL Required: Yes
Required Travel: 50% - 75%
Number of Openings: 1
FLSA Status:
Type of Position:
Position Status: Full Time
Additional Available Locations:

EEO is The Law - click here for more information

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Nearest Major Market: Oklahoma

MALLET & COMPANY

Product Manager

• Foods Business Unit

Pittsburgh, PA

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Mallet and Company, a subsidiary of Vantage Specialty Chemicals, is a leading global supplier of processing aids for the food industry and recognized as a champion of bread and cake release compounds, edible oils and specialty blends, emulsions and icing stylizers, bread pan oilers, cake pan greasers and target spray equipment.

SUMMARY: The Product Manager of our Foods Business Unit is principally responsible for pricing and margin management as well as demand planning and customer care. The PM drives Pricing and Contribution Margin by product by setting appropriate pricing policies and working with Sales on contractual terms; manages the product portfolio in collaboration with Sales and the product lifecycle in collaboration with Sales and R&D; collaborates with Procurement to address material cost inputs, while partnering with Operations to address variable production and freight cost where possible; working with Sales and Customer Service subject matter experts, the PM compiles the demand forecast with a planning horizon of 1-18 months, shares information with Production for creation of a supply plan and with the Controller for creation of a financial forecast; manages the Customer Service team to ensure the highest customer satisfaction and smooth process/communication flow.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops pricing for all products; collaborates with Sales and SVP to co-develop pricing strategy

• Manages product portfolio and lifecycle/strategy; works on operational level with Production and strategic level with Marketing and R&D

• Receives cost inputs from Procurement, Operations and Equipment teams, as well as Controller to develop pricing strategy

• Reviews all contracts to ensure accuracy and identifies strategic opportunities for SVP review

• Conducts demand planning in collaboration with sales and feeds demand plan to Production for supply planning and to Controller for financial planning

• Works in partnership with Controller and SVP to conduct operational planning and monthly/quarterly forecasting

• Manages Customer Service team, ensures process and communication flow with Operations and Sales

• Occasionally engages customers in conjunction with and alongside of Sales

• Ensures master data quality for products and customers

• Occasionally leads and manages special projects

Qualifications/Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:

• BA/BS Degree in Business, Engineering and/or Supply Chain from an accredited university is required

• 5+ years of experience in product management and/or supply chain is required

• Experience with product pricing and product lifecycle management is required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required

• Strong organizational skills required

• Proven analytical skills, critical thinking and problem solving skills required

• Strong business acumen required

• MBA desired

• Operations experience desired

• People management experience desired

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: Up to 10% - domestically

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, incumbent is constantly required to sit or stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; requires periods of walking, climbing stairs, standing, and carrying heavy items up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation; frequent communication by telephone required so must be able to speak clearly and hear well; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and to work on a computer.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment with air conditioning/heating

Vantage is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Vantage Specialty Chemicals is leading global provider of natural-based specialty ingredients, focused on personal care, food, consumer, and industrial end-markets. Within our Foods Business Unit, we are a global supplier of processing aids for the food industry and recognized as a leader in: bread and cake release compounds, edible oils and specialty blends, emulsions and icing stylizers, bread pan oilers, cake pan greasers and target spray equipment.

SERVICE AND SUPPORT TECHNICAL SPECIALIST

Position Overview:
As a critical member of our Delta, Colorado-based Service and Support Team, focused on our patented food grade chemicals and spray delivery technology, our Service and Support Technical Specialist is a fact-based decision maker with outstanding oral and written communication skills, who contributes to our reputation of delighting our customers and embodying the highest of standards and ethics. Once fully trained, you will master detailed product knowledge, have an understanding of technical specifications and the expertise to understand customer requirements related to our products. This is a full-time exempt level position that requires domestic and international travel.

Accountabilities:

• Oversee technical support activities, including documenting, responding and following up on all customer-submitted support tickets via email, phone, and cloud-based software

• Dispatch issues to appropriate team members and follow up to ensure timely resolution

• Maintain familiarity with all spray system equipment configurations and parts

• Answer questions regarding installation, operation, configuration, customization, and usage of spray system technology and release agents

• Consult drawings and diagrams for troubleshooting

• Apply basic diagnostic techniques to identify problems, investigate causes and recommend solutions to systemic issues

• Provide continuous input to develop and provide "Best in Class" service manuals and implement "Best Practices" in all areas of product service

• Proactive communication with customers to prevent issue occurrences

• Install, troubleshoot and maintain a variety of products and equipment

• Identify and repair product failures in the field

• Provide onsite training to customers of varying technical aptitude

• Build spray system components

• Build, pack, label, and organize freight for spray systems

• Pack and ship small packages

Travel Requirement: Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally 30-50% of the time; weekend travel is required on occasion

• High school diploma/GED is required; AS degree in a technical field highly desired

• 2-5 years of related technical experience strongly preferred

• Professional, customer-focused demeanor

• Demonstrated success customer-facing roles

• Excellent listening, communication and conflict resolution skills

• Technical aptitude and mechanical reasoning

• Fast and engaged learner of new technologies, concepts, and products

• Ability to work effectively from documented procedures, technical manuals, schematics, and verbal instructions

• Must speak, read and write clearly in the English language for transferring detailed technical knowledge

• Strong track record in presenting ideas and solutions in user-friendly language to non-technical individuals

• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform across cross-functional areas

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Strong project management skills

• Must possess solid computer skills, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

• Must hold a valid U.S. Passport (or equivalent) for required international travel

• Unwavering commitment to the highest standards of food quality, safety, compliance

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, incumbent is constantly required to sit or stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; requires periods of walking, climbing stairs, standing, stretching, crouching, bending, heights, and carrying heavy items up to 100 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation; frequent communication by telephone required so must be able to speak clearly and hear well; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and to work on a computer.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be lawfully employable in the United States without requiring sponsorship or continued sponsorship from an employer

• Must pass drug screen and background check

Vantage is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

OVERVIEW OF VULCAN MATERIALS COMPANY

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. We run our business with great discipline and integrity.

At Vulcan, our people share a competitive drive for excellence, in an environment of trust, teamwork, positive reinforcement, open-mindedness and communication.

Ours is a culture of mutual respect, integrity and committed spirit. Opportunity, community and unity is our way of doing business. We call it The Vulcan Way.

Summary Operates many pieces of equipment on anasphalt paving crew in order to construct roads by performing the followingduties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include thefollowing. Other duties may be assigned.

Operates skidloader & milling head.

Operates broom inorder to clear road of debris and/or preparation for laying asphalt.

Able tocompetently operate equipment listed below:

• MillingMachine

• Spreader

• Chip Spreader

• Road widener

• Screws on the Screed

Operates asphaltroller in order to compact asphalt.

Drives the aboveequipment in successive passes over terrain and/or asphalt to specified gradefollowing markings on grade stakes or hand signals.

Greases, oils,and performs minor repairs on equipment.

A. Operates skidloader and milling head:
1.Knows how to hook-up bucket,milling head, and hydraulic lines to machine.
2.Keeps equipment clean.

B. OperatesBroom:
1.Understands purpose of broom toensure quality and cleanliness of area.
2.Understands hydro-static pedalsand how it operates equipment
3.Keeps equipment and filters cleanof debris.

C. OperatesAsphalt Roller:
1.Able to use different methods ofrolling and various rollers to assure a quality finished product and enhance the outcome of the job.Must know the following on all projects: mix type, target mix temperature, and depth of mix to be laid;compaction and profilograph requirements; width of mat and speed of paver; slope and/or crown in the road; rollingpatterns including compactionamplitude and frequency.
2.Maintains continual contact withthe paver and screed operators, paving foreman, and quality control/profilograph operator.
3.Assists the foreman in trainingcrew members and identifies potential candidates for training to advance on the crew.
4.Checks the water system: nozzles,covers for tanks, screens for the nozzles, and cleans the tips for the water spray. Checks for slack or looseness in steering andcheck the brakes to make sure theywill hold. When using a rubber-tire roller, checks tires for cuts, bulges, and irregularities and excessive or abnormalwear. Checks for proper inflation.
5.Safely parks equipment and assistswith other duties, such as shoveling or raking, to help with work flow.
6.At end of workday, parks equipmentin safe, secure location or accessible position for lowboy transport.
7.Carries or has access to toolsthat enable him to check tire pressure on pneumatic rollers, repair and replace water system nozzles, andgrease the machine; or tighten or adjust loose parts that do not require repair by maintenancepersonnel and grease machine as standards require.
8.Before operating, carefullyinspects equipment for evidence of physicaldamage or wear, leaks, looseplates or welds, and cracking or flaking of paint, specifically checkingrollers, pads and scrapers. Also checks tamper cover oncontrols for damage.
9.Checks all fluid levels and fillsas required in equipment maintenance manual. Checks for leaks and repairs them if possible, or callsfor maintenance personnel.
10.Checks rollers for debris, damageor excessive wear.
11.Completes and forwards operatorreports.
12.Helps maintain clean and orderlyjob site.
13.Acts as member of a team.
14.Performs other duties as assigned.

D. OperatesSpreader:
1.Select a paving speed thatbalances delivery, paver capacity and the compaction process and pave with few if any extended stops.
2.Works with screed operator inestablishing and maintaining the head of material.
3.Steers the paver holding to apre-determined reference.
4.Directs the truck driver to raisebed and exit when empty.
5.Utilize rapid, but smooth startand stops to help prevent end-of-load roughness. (If you have to stop)
6.Observe HMA being discharged intopaver hopper or insert for changes in characteristics of the mix.
7.Monitor paver for unusual noise orvibration. (Notify the proper person to take corrective actions).
8.Work with dump person to make suretruck does not bump paver, or let hopper run low.
9.Work as a team member.
10.Keeps equipment clean.

E. OperatesMilling Machine:
1.Understands purpose of machine andall safety requirements.
2.Observes machine for replacementof wear parts, conveyor belts, and cutting head.
3.Has knowledge at all times wherefellow employees are around machine.
4.Cleans machine after each use
5.Determines speed of machine toensure quality cut.

F. Operates ChipSpreader:
1.Understands purpose of machine toensure correct applications
2.Observes machine for replacementof wear parts
3.Stays in contact with foreman anddistributor operator at all times.

G. Operates RoadWidener:
1.Understands purpose of machine andall parts
2.Monitors spread rates of material.
3.Cleans equipment after each use.
4.Monitors and tracks belt daily.

H. OperatesScrews on Spreader:
1.Assists the foreman and paveroperator to thoroughly inspect thepaver and screed and to accuratelyfill out the weekly equipment operator inspection report, including hour meter readings.
2.Checks the screed with astring-line and straightedge before and during paving.
3.Erects the ski pole and installsthe electronics daily on the Paver.
4.Possesses total working knowledgeof operation and setup of the screed in manual or automatic setting. Makes sure that electronics are functioningproperly. Operates grade and cross slopeand calibrates the system.
5.Directs throughout the day, withthe paver operator, the daily paving pulls based on the paving plan. Communicates with the paveroperator to avoid stop and go paving and to ensure smooth transitions on stopping and taking offjoints. Works with the paver operator to establish and maintain the head of material within a plus or minusone-inch tolerance.
6.Assists the foreman in training ofcrew members and identifies potential candidates for training to advance on the crew.
7.Checks mat throughout the day toensure quality, appropriate depth and yield.
8.Assists paver operator inmaintaining the paver and screed.
9.With the paver operator, performsa daily detailed walk-around of the paver. Checks the push rollers and undercarriage (examiningconveyor chains); checks fluids; looks for hydraulic leaks, and checks the track and roller fordamage. Checks and greases machine, and fill the automatic greaser for every 4 days. Visuallychecks the screed condition, both the main screed and the extensions, for wear, indentions or holes.Cleans the deck and screed of debris every day.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has nosupervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

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

Quality

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promotequality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensurequality.

Quantity

• Meetsproductivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increaseproductivity. Works quickly.

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

Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities arecovered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability

• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibilityfor own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work whennecessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriateperson with an alternate plan.

Qualifications

To perform thisjob successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.

Education and/or Experience
3 years related experience and/or training from time promoted to semi-skilled.

Language Skills

Ability to readand comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information inone-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and otheremployees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to addand subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and100's. Ability to perform theseoperations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, anddistance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to applycommon sense understanding to carry out detailed but un-involved written ororal instructions. Ability to deal withproblems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

The physicaldemands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performingthe duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Theemployee is frequently required to walk and sit.

The employee is occasionallyrequired to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and climb or balance.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specificvision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The workenvironment characteristics described here are representative of those anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities toperform the essential functions.

While performingthe duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanicalparts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employeeis frequently exposed to vibration. Thenoise level in the work environment is usually loud.

BENEFITS

• Vulcan Materials Company offers a competitive compensation program and benefits package including: medical/dental/vision, paid holidays and vacations, life insurance, 401(k) with match and flexible spending accounts.

Vulcan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law from discrimination.

OVERVIEW OF VULCAN MATERIALS COMPANY

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. We run our business with great discipline and integrity.

At Vulcan, our people share a competitive drive for excellence, in an environment of trust, teamwork, positive reinforcement, open-mindedness and communication.

Ours is a culture of mutual respect, integrity and committed spirit. Opportunity, community and unity is our way of doing business. We call it The Vulcan Way.

Summary Operates many pieces of equipment on anasphalt paving crew in order to construct roads by performing the followingduties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include thefollowing. Other duties may be assigned.

Operates screed, shuttle buggy, and/or other types of paving equipment.

Operates broom inorder to clear road of debris and/or preparation for laying asphalt.

Able tocompetently operate equipment listed below:

• MillingMachine

• Spreader

• Chip Spreader

• Road widener

• Screws on the Screed

• Shuttle Buggy

Operates asphaltroller in order to compact asphalt.

Drives the aboveequipment in successive passes over terrain and/or asphalt to specified gradefollowing markings on grade stakes or hand signals.

Greases, oils,and performs minor repairs on equipment.

A. Operates skidloader and milling head:
1.Knows how to hook-up bucket,milling head, and hydraulic lines to machine.
2.Keeps equipment clean.

B. OperatesBroom:
1.Understands purpose of broom toensure quality and cleanliness of area.
2.Understands hydro-static pedalsand how it operates equipment
3.Keeps equipment and filters cleanof debris.

C. OperatesAsphalt Roller:
1.Able to use different methods ofrolling and various rollers to assure a quality finished product and enhance the outcome of the job.Must know the following on all projects: mix type, target mix temperature, and depth of mix to be laid;compaction and profilograph requirements; width of mat and speed of paver; slope and/or crown in the road; rollingpatterns including compactionamplitude and frequency.
2.Maintains continual contact withthe paver and screed operators, paving foreman, and quality control/profilograph operator.
3.Assists the foreman in trainingcrew members and identifies potential candidates for training to advance on the crew.
4.Checks the water system: nozzles,covers for tanks, screens for the nozzles, and cleans the tips for the water spray. Checks for slack or looseness in steering andcheck the brakes to make sure theywill hold. When using a rubber-tire roller, checks tires for cuts, bulges, and irregularities and excessive or abnormalwear. Checks for proper inflation.
5.Safely parks equipment and assistswith other duties, such as shoveling or raking, to help with work flow.
6.At end of workday, parks equipmentin safe, secure location or accessible position for lowboy transport.
7.Carries or has access to toolsthat enable him to check tire pressure on pneumatic rollers, repair and replace water system nozzles, andgrease the machine; or tighten or adjust loose parts that do not require repair by maintenancepersonnel and grease machine as standards require.
8.Before operating, carefullyinspects equipment for evidence of physicaldamage or wear, leaks, looseplates or welds, and cracking or flaking of paint, specifically checkingrollers, pads and scrapers. Also checks tamper cover oncontrols for damage.
9.Checks all fluid levels and fillsas required in equipment maintenance manual. Checks for leaks and repairs them if possible, or callsfor maintenance personnel.
10.Checks rollers for debris, damageor excessive wear.
11.Completes and forwards operatorreports.
12.Helps maintain clean and orderlyjob site.
13.Acts as member of a team.
14.Performs other duties as assigned.

D. OperatesSpreader:
1.Select a paving speed thatbalances delivery, paver capacity and the compaction process and pave with few if any extended stops.
2.Works with screed operator inestablishing and maintaining the head of material.
3.Steers the paver holding to apre-determined reference.
4.Directs the truck driver to raisebed and exit when empty.
5.Utilize rapid, but smooth startand stops to help prevent end-of-load roughness. (If you have to stop)
6.Observe HMA being discharged intopaver hopper or insert for changes in characteristics of the mix.
7.Monitor paver for unusual noise orvibration. (Notify the proper person to take corrective actions).
8.Work with dump person to make suretruck does not bump paver, or let hopper run low.
9.Work as a team member.
10.Keeps equipment clean.

E. OperatesMilling Machine:
1.Understands purpose of machine andall safety requirements.
2.Observes machine for replacementof wear parts, conveyor belts, and cutting head.
3.Has knowledge at all times wherefellow employees are around machine.
4.Cleans machine after each use
5.Determines speed of machine toensure quality cut.

F. Operates ChipSpreader:
1.Understands purpose of machine toensure correct applications
2.Observes machine for replacementof wear parts
3.Stays in contact with foreman anddistributor operator at all times.

G. Operates RoadWidener:
1.Understands purpose of machine andall parts
2.Monitors spread rates of material.
3.Cleans equipment after each use.
4.Monitors and tracks belt daily.

H. OperatesScrews on Spreader:
1.Assists the foreman and paveroperator to thoroughly inspect thepaver and screed and to accuratelyfill out the weekly equipment operator inspection report, including hour meter readings.
2.Checks the screed with astring-line and straightedge before and during paving.
3.Erects the ski pole and installsthe electronics daily on the Paver.
4.Possesses total working knowledgeof operation and setup of the screed in manual or automatic setting. Makes sure that electronics are functioningproperly. Operates grade and cross slopeand calibrates the system.
5.Directs throughout the day, withthe paver operator, the daily paving pulls based on the paving plan. Communicates with the paveroperator to avoid stop and go paving and to ensure smooth transitions on stopping and taking offjoints. Works with the paver operator to establish and maintain the head of material within a plus or minusone-inch tolerance.
6.Assists the foreman in training ofcrew members and identifies potential candidates for training to advance on the crew.
7.Checks mat throughout the day toensure quality, appropriate depth and yield.
8.Assists paver operator inmaintaining the paver and screed.
9.With the paver operator, performsa daily detailed walk-around of the paver. Checks the push rollers and undercarriage (examiningconveyor chains); checks fluids; looks for hydraulic leaks, and checks the track and roller fordamage. Checks and greases machine, and fill the automatic greaser for every 4 days. Visuallychecks the screed condition, both the main screed and the extensions, for wear, indentions or holes.Cleans the deck and screed of debris every day.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has nosupervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

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

Quality

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promotequality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensurequality.

Quantity

• Meetsproductivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increaseproductivity. Works quickly.

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

Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities arecovered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability

• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibilityfor own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work whennecessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriateperson with an alternate plan.

Qualifications

To perform thisjob successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of theknowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.

Education and/or Experience
3 years related experience and/or training from time promoted to semi-skilled.

Language Skills

Ability to readand comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information inone-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and otheremployees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to addand subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and100's. Ability to perform theseoperations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, anddistance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to applycommon sense understanding to carry out detailed but un-involved written ororal instructions. Ability to deal withproblems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

The physicaldemands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performingthe duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Theemployee is frequently required to walk and sit.

The employee is occasionallyrequired to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and climb or balance.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specificvision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The workenvironment characteristics described here are representative of those anemployee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities toperform the essential functions.

While performingthe duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanicalparts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employeeis frequently exposed to vibration. Thenoise level in the work environment is usually loud.

BENEFITS

• Vulcan Materials Company offers a competitive compensation program and benefits package including: medical/dental/vision, paid holidays and vacations, life insurance, 401(k) with match and flexible spending accounts.

Vulcan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law from discrimination.