Main Responsibilities
- Develops production plans in advance with the Plant Superintendent and Sales Department, taking into account customer requirements with respect to quantity, type of product and shipping schedule; reviewing budgeted costs, manpower requirements to meet production plans. Assumes responsibility for meeting requirements of the approved production plan at the minimum cost and consistent with good operating practice.
- Analyzes results of plant operations to pinpoint the variances from plans. Inform Operations Manager of action taken to correct conditions causing variances with results.
- Ensures all plants are operating in a safe and efficient manner.
- Oversees the maintenance of all plants and equipment.
- Participate and have hands-on involvement in plant repairs and ensurre projects move forward as planned.
- Ensures all trucks at various locations are used in the most efficient manner possible.
- Keeps operating expenses within budget allowance while conducting a continuous cost reduction program and being alert for other improvements in plant operation.
- Analyzes hazards, corrects, trains personnel in safe procedures. Formulates and enforces safety procedures.
- Requests necessary personnel to staff the plant for the forecast level of operations. Assigns tasks, train and check progress of personnel, frequently keeping them advised of their progress.
- Maintains effective employee morale. Handles grievances at the plant level, reporting cases which remain unsolved and continue bothersome to the HR & Superintendent. Approves vacations and other absences within the limits of the CBA.
- Maintains properties in good condition and appearance. Carries out approved plans for plant rehabilitation and beautification.
- Orders necessary parts and services to maintain equipment in proper running order.
- Prioritizes the need for repairs on equipment based on pre-shift inspection reports.
- Submits recommendations each year to the Plant Superintendent covering capital improvements, additions and replacements of plant and equipment.
- Directs the use of standard accounting procedures in JDE and other forms to ensure the routine reporting of data relating to production, sales, inventories, costs, etc. as required.
- Assists Operations and Area Manager in developing operating budgets.
- Deals with customers and employees in a courteous, friendly, and honest manner. Makes every effort to follow this policy and to influence the employees working under his direction to do likewise.
- Ensures that the plant, equipment and site are kept in compliance with all EPA and environmental regulations.
- Follows all federal and state laws governing business and the company’s core values in all decision regarding business and personnel.
Profile
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2-5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, aggregates/asphalt preferred
- 2 years of supervision experience
- Good Communication Skills
- Good Mechanical Aptitude
- Good computer skills. Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel)
- Strong work ethic and the ability to work with confidential information
- Exudes company’s core values
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50 pounds from the ground to the waist
- Ability to sit or stand for hours at a time
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you have 2-5 experience in manufacturing aggregates/asphalt?
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person