Asphalt Operator

## Asphalt Operator IApply:
Newton, KS:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
26402# At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products.

We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
** About GAF - Newton, Kansas
** Newton is a vibrant Kansas community founded in 1871 on a spirit of work, from its earliest days as a railroad, agriculture and cattle drive hub. With a population of about 20,000, Newton and neighboring North Newton features an active arts community, three National Historic Districts, a variety of museums, trails, restaurants, shops and attractions, Bethel College, award winning school districts, a championship golf course, first-class convention center and many other amenities.

This collaborative region is close to dynamic Wichita and may be the next best place for you to call home, in GAF’s newest “Field of Dreams!”
** New Plant, New Opportunities
** If you haven’t been part of a greenfield startup, now is your chance. GAF is the North American leader in residential roofing materials. We are honored to be constructing our newest shingle manufacturing facility in Newton KS and hiring is underway as we build our initial plant leadership team. Due to our investment in training and the development of employees, you will have the opportunity to travel to our other locations, engage with peers, support the hiring of plant staff and participate in the design and construction of the facility.

Expect your first years to be rewarding and challenging with an amazing team fully supporting you. You will wear many hats during the construction and commissioning phases of the project, and ease into your steady role over time.
** Job Summary
** Under the direction of the Asphalt Yard Supervisor, the Asphalt Operator I supports primary operations through the monitoring, testing, and unloading of raw materials. This role is responsible for general maintenance, upkeep of equipment, and acting as relief for Level II operators as required.

** Essential Duties
*** Champion a safe and clean work environment, embedding safety as the highest priority within our culture.
* Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.
* Maintain compliance with safety policies and procedures, conduct inspections of plant areas and/or equipment, and ensure deficiencies found are resolved or appropriately communicated.
* Responsible for unloading asphalt/flux from railcars and trucks, including safe connection to steam systems for heating
* Obtains and tests samples from holding tanks, railcars, and trucks to ensure conformance to quality specifications.
* Manages the flow of materials using P&IDs and system knowledge; assists Level II operators with pump operation and valving
* Performs basic maintenance, including bi-weekly plug valve lubrication and pump strainer changes
* Maintains accurate records of daily transactions, flux tank levels, and receives shipments of self-seal and other raw materials
* Keeps all asphalt yards and unloading areas clean and compliant with environmental standards.
* Perform other duties as assigned
** Qualifications Required
*** H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
* 2+ years in a safety sensitive position within a high volume manufacturing environment
** General Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

*** A demonstrated commitment…