Lionel Winston

Plant Operator | 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

• Oversaw daily operations of assigned production areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards, production goals, and company policies.
• Monitored plant processes, equipment, and quality control to maintain consistent output and identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Conducted routine inspections, documented process variables, and analyzed sample data to ensure production remained within operating parameters.
• Participated in QA/QC programs, interpreted test results, and took corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Communicated across departments to coordinate safe, efficient execution of plant activities.
• Troubleshot and resolved equipment issues while supporting maintenance through safe preparation of machinery for repair (LOTO, permits, contractor readiness).
• Executed scheduled Operations Work Requests and supported plant management in achieving reliability and productivity targets.
• Maintained strong compliance with safety, health, and environmental programs, including Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO), Safe Work Permits, and FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act).
• Monitored and managed inventory of process chemicals and plant supplies to prevent downtime.
• Upheld strict housekeeping and cleanliness standards to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality operations.
• Performed additional duties as required to sustain smooth, continuous plant performance.

• Operate and regulate plant equipment, including conveyors, chutes, pumps, storage bins, and asphalt plants, ensuring precise production per customer specifications.
• Load hot mix asphalt into haul trucks, maintain inventory levels, and coordinate with dispatch to optimize batching and delivery schedules.
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, identify unsafe conditions, and implement corrective measures to maintain compliance with MSHA safety standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues on plant machinery including conveyors, shakers, drives, screws, and stationary asphalt equipment.
• Conduct quality control tests on raw, in-process, and finished materials, ensuring adherence to ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and company standards.
• Maintain accurate production logs, maintenance reports, delivery tickets, and quality control records to support compliance and operational planning.
• Monitor plant systems and material flow, resolving equipment clogs or operational interruptions to maintain continuous production.
• Work effectively in high, confined, or outdoor environments under extreme weather conditions while maintaining focus on safety and productivity.
• Collaborate with co-workers, drivers, dispatch, and supervisors to ensure smooth operations and timely production output.

• Safety Leadership – Actively promote and prioritize safety in all tasks, consistently following MSHA and Vulcan safety standards.
• Plant Operations – Skilled in operating plant equipment to control material flow through conveyors, chutes, pumps, and storage bins; experienced in plant start-up, batching, and shutdown procedures.
• Equipment Inspection & Quality Control – Conduct daily inspections of plant equipment, structures, and materials; support quality control teams and drivers to ensure high-quality production.
• Process & Inventory Monitoring – Collaborate with co-workers and dispatch to batch concrete efficiently; monitor raw materials to maintain proper inventory levels and ensure uninterrupted production.
• Maintenance & Repairs – Assist with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs; maintain housekeeping standards and safely operate equipment as needed.
• Team Collaboration & Flexibility – Work effectively as part of a team, adapting to additional duties and responsibilities to support smooth plant operations.

• Equipment Proficiency – Skilled in operating loaders, excavators, dozers, haul trucks, graders, backhoes, and forklifts with a high degree of competence and efficiency.
• Precision Operation – Ability to perform fine grading, trenching, loading, stockpiling, and material movement with accuracy to meet production and safety standards.
• Site Preparation & Earthmoving – Experienced in preparing job sites, clearing land, excavating, backfilling, and maintaining haul roads for safe, efficient material transport.
• Production Support – Operate equipment to feed crushers, asphalt, or concrete plants, ensuring consistent flow of materials and minimizing downtime.
• Preventative Maintenance – Perform daily pre-shift and post-shift inspections; check fluid levels, hydraulics, tires/tracks, and safety systems; complete equipment logs and report issues.
• Mechanical Awareness – Recognize equipment malfunctions, diagnose common problems, and assist with routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• MSHA & OSHA Compliance – Strict adherence to Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and company safety protocols.
• Pre-Shift Safety Checks – Inspect brakes, steering, hydraulics, lights, horns, seatbelts, fire extinguishers, and backup alarms before each shift to ensure safe operation.
• Safe Operating Procedures – Maintain awareness of surroundings, equipment blind spots, and ground conditions; use spotters and radios to ensure safe operations around others.
• Load & Stability Control – Ensure safe loading/unloading practices by monitoring load weights, material distribution, and equipment stability on various terrains.
• Worksite Safety Awareness – Recognize and mitigate hazards such as overhead power lines, unstable ground, steep slopes, and traffic in active work zones.
• Lockout/Tagout & Shutdown Procedures – Follow proper shutdown, isolation, and lockout/tagout procedures before performing maintenance or leaving equipment unattended.
• Housekeeping & Safe Work Areas – Maintain clean, organized equipment and worksites to reduce hazards and prevent accidents.
• Extreme Environment Readiness – Operate safely in harsh or variable conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wet, dusty, or uneven terrain.
• Emergency Preparedness – Knowledgeable in emergency procedures, including fire response, spill containment, first aid basics, and safe evacuation protocols.