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November 2024

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Astec Hosts Women of Asphalt Executive Seminar

Earlier this month, Astec hosted the Women of Asphalt Executive Seminar at Jerome Ave. This two-day seminar brought together leaders across the asphalt industry, fostering thought leadership and acknowledging the pivotal role women play in the field. 


"Events like this are vital to empowering and advancing women in our industry. At Astec, we’re proud to host and champion such impactful initiatives, providing the resources and support that help the women who shape our industry lead with authenticity and confidence," said Aletheia Silcott, Global Vice President and Head of Human Resources.

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Stayin' Alive: Hand Safety

At Astec, we prioritize hand safety, especially on the shop floor, because it allows you to return home to your loved ones each day.


Safety starts with you. Let's stay vigilant together. By ensuring proper hand protection and awareness, we prevent injuries that could seriously impact your health.


Take five minutes out of your day to review the PPE training video on Astec Learning. PPE is critical to hand safety, ensuring you are well equipped to safely handle the task at hand.

COMPLETE PPE TRAINING

Gratitude Challenge 2024

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Gratitude Challenge! You all showed out to make this a season of appreciation at Astec, giving thanks to over 60 people across our organization.

To: Kayla Collins

From: Lauren Mundy

Location: Shepherd Rd



Special shout out to Kayla Collins. Kayla is a shining example of a team player. She is kind and always positive. Whenever I need help she never hesitates to volunteer to help. We should area all lucky to know and work with her.

To: Brian Hubbard

From: Timothy White

Location: Jerome Ave.


Thank you Brian, for stepping into the Op Ex Director role and helping our Op Ex Team work together with synergy and passion. It has been a pleasure to work with you and Steve Eubanks on the Lean Certification curriculum to improve the experience for all future team members. It is an honor to be part of such an amazing team and I look forward to the continued improvements that will help Op Ex make a bigger impact in the organization!!

To: Paul Harron

From: Gabrielle Stewart

Location: Omagh


Thank you, Paul for taking the time to check in, for the listening ear, the hug when needed and normalizing mental health, life and the stresses we all are under. I appreciate your compassion and friendship.

READ ALL OF YOUR GRATITUDE SHOUTOUTS

High-Performance Conversations Are Open!

The High-Performance Conversation (HPC) window is open! Astec strives to be an Employer of Choice and foster engaged employees by using the HPC process to set and track annual goals, discuss values-driven behavior, formulate employee development plans, and reward performance. 


From Nov. 1, 2024 until Jan. 31, 2025, employees and managers must engage in the following steps to complete their High-Performance Conversations: 


1. Employees: Choose the appropriate self-review form (linked in the button below). 


2. Employees: Complete your self-review form and submit to your direct manager before your High-Performance Conversation meeting. 


3. Managers: Schedule and lead a High-Performance Conversation meeting with each of your direct reports. 


4. Managers: Submit the completed HPC form by January 31, 2025Submit via Oracle (sites where Oracle is live) or via an email to local HR (sites where Oracle isn’t live).

VIEW MORE HPC INFO AND RESOURCES

In Case You Missed It:

Q4 Global Town Hall

In our last Town Hall of the year we looked back on 2024 highlights, celebrated our achievements, and set our course for next year!


View the recording to hear directly from our leadership team on our company’s progress, focus areas for 2025, and the impact of new and ongoing employee programs and initiative. By watching the video, you'll learn more about the Voice of OneASTEC survey and our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) results.

WATCH THE Q4 TOWN HALL VIDEO

Save the Date for Our Extended Q&A

To continue the Q&A discussion during Town Hall, we’re hosting an extended Q&A session with our Executive Leadership Team.


This is a valuable opportunity to hear more insights and get answers to your questions.

 

Date: December 5, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM ET


SUBMIT A QUESTION IN ADVANCE

Touch-A-Truck 2024

This past weekend, Astec participated in Junior League of Chattanooga's Touch-A-Truck event! A big thank you to everyone who came out with their families and gave the little ones a chance to explore the equipment we’re so proud to design and manufacture.


At Astec, we’re Built to Connect, and events like this remind us why we do what we do. These bright-eyed kiddos are the future, and we’re proud to build the equipment that shapes a world they can grow into.

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Upcoming Events

World of Concrete

January 20-23, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV


Compost 2025

January 27-30 | Phoenix, AZ


PAVE/X

January 28-30 | Chattanooga, TN


International Production & Processing Expo

January 28-30 | Atlanta, Georgia

e’re proud to build the equipment that shapes a world they can grow into.

Extra! Extra!

🇺🇸 Thank You, Veterans!

Q4 Notable Anniversaries

🎉 Congrats, Steve, on 25 Years with Astec!

🎃 Marketing Team Turns Pumpkins Into Purpose

👻 Happy Halloween from Astec

🛍️ Don't Miss Astec's End of Year Sale

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