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For benefit-related questions, you can: Email our shared services benefits team at askbenefits@staffmarkgroup.com.
Call 866-765-7544, option 2, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm ET.

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Employee benefits

The SMG* Hub

Enrolling in Benefits: Benefit enrollment is through our benefits portal at https://staffmarkgroup.hrintouch.com.

For benefit-related questions, you can: Email our shared services benefits team at askbenefits@staffmarkgroup.com.
Call 866-765-7544, option 2, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm ET.

Employee Workplace

Staffmark Group’s Employee Workplace is a web-based application that allows you to access your personal and job-related information and perform certain tasks via this site.

Consider this is your go-to resource: www.employeeworkplace.com.

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New Hire Instructions

Welcome to the team

Congratulations on being selected to work at Oldcastle APG

We’re thrilled to have you on the team! Meet Brandon—your go-to onsite manager for anything you need while on the job. You’re also in great hands with Angelia and Daniel, your awesome recruiters who helped get you started. They’ll be here to support you every step of the way throughout your assignment! Welcome aboard!

Here’s what you can expect:
✅ Supportive team environment
✅ Gain new skills and grow your career
✅ Opportunities full-time employment with Oldcastle APG

About Oldcastle APG:

In 2022, Oldcastle APG proudly acquired Barrette Outdoor Living—the nation’s leading manufacturer and distributor of fencing, railing, decking, and other outdoor living products! You’ll find their high-quality products at The Home Depot, Lowe’s, and with pro dealers across the country. We’re excited to partner with Oldcastle APG to bring you meaningful job opportunities that support both personal and career growth. Let’s build something great together!

How to Check-In

First Day Instructions – Please Read Carefully!

 Day shift: Please arrive by 8:00 AM on your first day unless instructed otherwise.

Night Shift: Please arrive by 6:45PM on your first day unless instructed otherwise.

On your first day, please arrive early to allow time for parking and getting inside the building. A member of the Staffmark team will meet with you upon arrival for check-in in the main lobby.

Orientation Information

You will receive a brief orientation onsite on your first day of work that will include:

✅ Introduction to Staffmark & company policies
✅ Job expectations & worksite overview
✅ Safety procedures and guidelines
✅ Required paperwork completed
✅ Q&A session and next steps

We’re excited to have you on board and can’t wait to see you succeed! If you have any questions or need support, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Shifts | Workhours | Workdays

Bulls Gap Main Plant:
A/B Day Shift | 6:45am – 7:00pm (2-2-3 rotation)
C/D Night Shift | 6:45pm – 7:00am (4 on, 4 off rotation)

Bulls Gap Wood Plant:
A/B Day Shift | 6:00am – 6:00pm (2-2-3 rotation)

Bulls Gap Shipping Yard:
Varies by Position

Morristown Shipping Facility (CDC):
Day Shift | Monday – Friday | 6:00am – 2:30pm*

*During peak season overtime hours apply and are mandatory. There will be the possibility of 10 hour shift as well as weekends.

Onsite Information

Address + Directions

Bulls Gap Main Plant

740 N Main St
Bulls Gap, TN 37711

Morristown Shipping Facility (CDC)

5511 E Morris Blvd
Morristown, TN 37813

Parking

You may park in any of the employee parking lot spaces. You may not park in spots marked visitor, customer, handicapped, or other specially marked spots without the proper verification and authorization. Please obey all parking lot speed limits and traffic laws. Oldcastle APG does monitor parking lot safety. Violations may result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination.

Please see below for information specific to each worksite:

  • Bulls Gap Main Plant:
    Park in the gravel employee parking lot. Do not park in the in the visitor parking spaces facing the building.
  • Bulls Gap Wood Plant:
    Park in the gravel employee parking lot outside of the turnstile behind the plant.
  • Bulls Gap Shipping Yard:
    Park in the spaces provided in front of the office building, out of the way of semi-trucks.
  • Morristown Shipping Facility:
    Park in the spaces provided on the side of the building that face East Morris Blvd.

Contact Information

Brandon Foster | Onsite Manager | brandon.foster@staffmark.com

Angelia Starnes |Onsite Recruiting Manager | angelia.starnes@staffmark.com

Daniel Blazer | Onsite Recruiting Manager | daniel.blazer@staffmark.com

Office: 423.754.6479 | Sense Message: 423.600.5523

Frequently Asked Questions

The employee portal! Go to www.employeeworkplace.com and log in using your email. Reset your password if you forget it. If the website doesn’t work on your phone, try a computer, or call our help line (855) 801-8451.

Employee Policies

Time Clock + Pay

Time Clock Procedures

Your time is track by Oldcastle APG’s timeclock onsite. If you leave the premises for any reason, you must clock out and back in when you return.

Clocking in/out Procedure:

  • You will be issued a badge for the timeclock.
  • You will use your badge to clock in and out for each shift.
  • Do not clock in more than 7 minutes prior to the start of shift.

*There is an $8 payroll deduction for each replacement or non returned badges.

If you miss a punch, please notify your supervisor and Staffmark immediately so we can get it corrected.

Pay Rates

Contact your Staffmark Representative to get information on pay rates.

Pay Schedule
  • All employees are paid weekly for hours worked the previous pay period.
  • Pay week for Oldcastle APG is Sunday – Saturday.
  • Pay is guaranteed to be available by 12:00 PM (noon) each Friday. If you do not receive your pay by this time, please notify us immediately. While some banks may release funds earlier, Friday is the official pay date when Staffmark processes and releases payroll
  • The 2 BEST ways to receive your pay check:
    • Direct Deposit
    • Skylight Pay Card

Attendance Policy

Absence Tracking Policy

All absences will be recorded according to the following guidelines:

  • Accumulation of 3 unexcused absences will result in termination of your assignment.
  • Two instances of No Call No Show (NCNS) will result in termination of your assignment.
  • Each additional day of absence will be assigned a separate point.
  • Absences spanning multiple days will be allocated points for each day, unless valid medical documentation is provided.
  • Points may be waived at the sole discretion of site management.
  • Management reserves the right to modify or terminate this policy at any time.
Bereavement

Bereavement leave applies to the loss of an employee’s immediate family members, including spouse, child, parents, siblings, grandparents, parents-in-law, grandparents-in-law, and siblings-in-law.

Jury Duty, Court Dates, and Military Leave

Jury Duty, Court Dates, and Military Leave will only be considered excused absences when appropriate documentation, such as a summons, subpoena, or official military orders, is provided to management.

Religious Accommodation

Religious accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis by Oldcastle HR. Accommodation requests must be submitted at the time of hiring/onboarding.

Inclement Weather Policy

Oldcastle typically does not close due to weather, unless determined by the plant manager. Employees who cannot attend work due to weather will not face disciplinary action if they inform their supervisor at least 30 minutes before their shift. Similarly, employees needing to leave early for safety reasons will not face disciplinary action if they notify their supervisor. Any employee found to be taking advantage of this policy is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

REquesting time off / IN CASE you are late or absent

Employees are responsible for notifying their supervisor no later than 30 minutes prior to the start of the shift, for each day they plan to be absent or tardy. Absences may be cause for corrective action, which may result in actions up to and including termination of employment. It is essential to notify your supervisor of any anticipated lateness or absence by calling or texting the supervisor’s cell phone, stating your full name, and providing the reason for your absence or tardiness, as well as your expected arrival or return time to work.

A Shift & B Shift
  • Extrusion | Derrick Caudill, Rusty Morrison – 423.258.4984
  • High Volume | Dustin Caudill, Julio Arellano – 423.258.4951
  • Low Volume | John Sexton, Donovan Fawbush – 423.754.5599
C Shift & D Shift
  • Extrusion | Brandi Willis, Frank Tipton – 423.258.4984
  • High Volume | John Sotelo, Geovanni Solorzano – 423.258.4951
  • Low Volume | Erin Jones, Geovanni Solorzano – 423.754.5599
CDC
  • Pack Teams | Chris Stills – 423.552.1361
  • Shipping Clerk | Bryan Rosenbalm – 423.327.9423
  • Shipping/General Labor | Matt Ramsey – 423.329.5748
Yard
  • Yard Supervisor | Jayme Brown – 423.312.9008
Wood Plant
  • Wood Supervisor | Keith Ailshie – 423.327.4769

Lunch / Other Policies

Lunch / BREAKS
Bulls Gap Main Plant & Wood Plant
  • 2x – 10 min breaks (paid)
  • 1x – 15 min break (paid)
  • 1x – 30 min lunch (unpaid)

Production machines do not stop. Breaks may not be the same time every shift.

Morristown Shipping Facility (CDC)
  • 2x – 15 min breaks (paid)
  • 1x – 30 min lunch (unpaid)
Lunch Rules
  • You do not need to clock in or out for lunch unless you leave the premises.
  • Break facilities contain Microwaves, Refrigerators & Vending Machines
  • Please clean up after use! Take containers home!
Tobacco Usage Policy
  • Tobacco use, including electronic cigarettes or devices (i.e., vaping), of any kind is not allowed inside the facilities or any place designated as a non-smoking area.
  • Anyone caught using tobacco products in a facility, company-owned vehicles, or in an area designated as non-smoking is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
  • Employees are not to use tobacco or related devices while standing next to, across from, or adjacent to any roads providing access to sites as well as any neighboring property.
  • This is a company policy and is required to be followed by all employees, contractors, and visitors.
Electronics Policy

All work areas are electronic-free zones and are NOT permitted on the work floor at any time.

This includes:

  • Cell phones (May only be used in designated break areas at designated break times)
  • Headphones/Earbuds/Airpods
  • iPods, CD players, MP3 players
  • Tablets
  • Radios
  • Chargers
Facility Access
  • Oldcastle uses biometric scanners to enter and exit the facility.
  • Your fingerprint allows you access through the employee entrance.
  • Do not allow anyone access to the facility.
  • If someone is having difficulty entering the facility, direct them to the main entrance to speak with the front desk.
Full-Time Opportunities
  • Oldcastle APG is looking to hire from its contingent workforce.
  • Occasionally, they will hire outside the organization.
  • OUR goal for you is to become a full-time member of the Oldcastle team.
  • You are eligible to rollover to full-time after you’ve completed 720 hours worked.
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While being hired on is not a guarantee, the following will increase your chances:

  • Maintain good attendance
  • Possess a positive attitude
  • Be willing to help where needed
  • Be open to learning new skills
  • Be a team player
Key Items to Remember
  • If you need to leave during your shift, you must notify your supervisor prior to leaving.
  • You must contact your supervisor directly no later than 30 minutes prior to the shift if you are going to be absent or tardy.
  • Attendance is the most important item that will impact your eligibility to rollover to full-time employment.
  • Learning new skills will greatly benefit your eligibility to rollover to full-time employment. You may be asked to assist in other departments or areas.
  • New hires are unable to move from position or shift for 6 months after their hire date without prior approval by HR.
  • If you have issues, concerns or frustrations, please come speak to your supervisor or us. Do not walk off the job. We are all here to assist you.
Weapons at the Workplace

Oldcastle APG believes it is important to establish a clear policy that addresses weapons in the workplace. Specifically, Oldcastle APG prohibits anyone who enters company premises (including the parking lot and outdoor areas), in company vehicles or is conducting company business from possessing weapons of any kind. Weapons include:

  • Guns
  • Knives (including personal pocketknives)
  • Mace
  • Explosives
  • Any item with the potential to inflict harm that has no common purpose

 

This list is illustrative only, and not exhaustive. Oldcastle APG prohibits employees from possessing any weapon at the workplace.

Dress Code

Acceptable Attire
  • Jeans, long pants, or shorts no shorter than three inches above the knee
  • T-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and sweatshirts that do not contain inappropriate language or imagery
  • Closed-toe and closed-heel shoes are required at all times for safety reasons
Unacceptable Attire
  • Tank tops, tube tops, halter tops, sleeveless shirts
  • Tight-fitting tops or any clothing that exposes the midriff
  • Pants that sag, sit too low on the hips, or expose undergarments
  • Pants with large holes or excessive tears

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and professional work environment.

Meet The Team

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