Optimization Analyst

Build Your Career. Build America's Future. 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. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country. When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

Initially, this position will assist with developing data analysis tools (templates, standard calculations, and reporting standards) to support plant operations as the organization implements a data analytics tool to support our operations. After initial development, this position will transition to supporting division-level analysts, developing and conducting user training, and developing new applications, including predictive maintenance, machine learning, and artificial intelligence applications. Individuals will utilize software such as AggFlow, AggQC, CrusherQC, Historian Tools, and Mobile Equipment tracking. Evaluate Historian data, identify opportunities for operational improvements, and analyze potential plant changes. Develop training tools for all levels of operations personnel, including area/plant managers, supervisors, and plant operators. Develop data-driven for operations management to use in daily and weekly production meetings.

What You'll Do:

• Monitor crusher testing for all plants in assigned areas and review results, as needed, with operations personnel;
• Assist operations in the analysis of other production equipment, as needed, such as screens, wash screws, mobile equipment, etc.
• Utilize Aggflow and other simulation-type programs to model and analyze plants and potential changes to plants;
• Utilize VantagePoint and Canary Historian to visually observe plant efficiencies and production and monitor changes to the plants;
• Performs systems troubleshooting, assisting plant locations in identifying systems versus sensor issues.
• Creates data visualization dashboards and reports. Disseminate to the appropriate parties.
• May assist Operations and Technical Services with other functions as necessary.
• Delivers systems end-user training as needed.
• Lift 50 pounds and stand and walk for long periods.
• Drive a pick-up truck/car on a daily basis; there may be a periodic for overnight stays and travel by airline.
• 30% of the time will be spent in the field

Skills You'll Need:

Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

Experience: 5 years experience in the aggregate industry. Experience in aggregate testing and/or aggregate production plant operations preferred. Experience with data visualization tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess strong initiative, motivation, assertiveness and a positive attitude. Must sustain high ethical and moral standards;
• Manage multiple concurrent projects
• Passion for developing new technologies
• Safety-first attitude and willingness to communicate any concerns to peers
• Ability to inspire creativity, integrity, stewardship and loyalty with peers
• Knowledge of how plant automation programs work (not necessarily how to program) and how PLC logic controls a plant.
• A high degree of aggregate plant and product knowledge
• Ability to anticipate, plan and coordinate events and proactively think through hypothetical "what if" scenarios to develop contingency plans;
• Thorough understanding of aggregate qualities, blending scenarios and plant setups to determine how plant changes could impact a plant's ability to meet quality and State agency requirements;
• Understanding of all VMC quality information systems;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including presentation
• Ability to effectively engage with all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; self-directed and motivated; highly organized;
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn the operation of new software programs
• Must be able to collect data in secure, organized formats such as Excel and Google Sheets.
• Must be able to analyze, formulate, and present data using software tools such as Tableau or Power Bi
• Understanding of VMC EMS system, Loadrite, Vision-Link, AggFlow, VantagePoint, Canary Historian and drone-supported pit analysis software

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing .

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, .

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.