ASSISTANT PLANT OPERATOR

KRC SD ST JOE TRANSLOAD

8552 RIDGEWOOD ROAD ST

ST JOSEPH, MN 57107, USA

KRC SD ST JOE TRANSLOAD

8552 RIDGEWOOD ROAD ST

ST JOSEPH, MN 57107, USA

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible in assisting in coordinating activities of transportation and material-moving machine and plant helpers. The typical schedule during Production is Monday -Friday 5:00 AM -4:00 PM. Saturdays are as needed. Typical schedule during Maintenance is Monday -Friday 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM. DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job) Assist workers in tasks such as loading and unloading vehicles by hand or by operating heavy equipment and/or hand tools. Compute or estimate transportation, personnel, or storage requirements. Confer with customers, supervisors, contractors, or other personnel to exchange information or to resolve problems. Clear and effective communication skills are necessary. Direct workers in transportation or related services, such as moving, storing, or loading or unloading of materials. Provide instruction on safety and effectively completing the task. Drive vehicles or operate machines or equipment to complete work assignments or to assist workers in a safe and efficient manner while complying with all federal, state, local and company policies. Enforce safety rules and regulations (Federal, state, local and company policies.) Examine, measure, or weigh cargo or materials to determine specific handling requirements. Explain and demonstrate how to safely perform work tasks to new workers or assign training tasks to experienced workers. Inspect or test materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, or facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications. Perform or schedule repairs or preventive maintenance of vehicles or other equipment. Sometimes performing these at elevated platforms with heavy tools. Plan work assignments and equipment allocations to meet transportation, operations, production and safety requirements. Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations, production, or work-related accidents while utilizing computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word. Recommend and implement measures to improve worker motivation, equipment performance, work methods, customer services and safety expectations. Recommend personnel actions, such as employee selection, evaluation, and safety improvements. Requisition needed personnel, supplies, equipment, parts, or repair services. Review orders, production schedules, or shipping or receiving notices to determine work sequences and material shipping dates, types, volumes, or destinations. Ensure DOT, MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors. Perform other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITITES (types and extent of knowledge, skills or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily) Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Able to work independently and under time constraints. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements) High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Or one to three months related experience and/or training; Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certain job tasks may require you to wear a half mask respirator in which you will need to meet the OSHA guidelines based on1910.134(g)(1)(i).

COMPENSATION:

The starting pay starts at $24.85 and up, depending on experience.

BENEFITS:

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) with Company Match Profit Sharing Paid Time Off Paid Sick Time 8 Paid Holidays Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance Short-term Disability Employee Assistance Program Years of Service Recognition Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents Critical Illness Plan Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Required Employer Name, City, State: Job Title: Reason for leaving: Summarize the nature of work performed and responsibilities: Employer Name, City, State: Job Title: Reason for leaving: Summarize the nature of work performed and responsibilities: Employer Name, City, State: Job Title: Reason for leaving: Summarize the nature of work performed and responsibilities: Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Knife River Corporation