Hourly Crushing Screening Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY:

Responsible for overall safe and efficient plant operations. Manages and directs the activities of production, quality control and implements the strategy for the facility. Manages the operations associated with Industrial Sand and aggregate production, including quarrying, mining, processing, quality control, stockpiling, loading and shipping. Responsible for Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) aspects of the facility, fixed and mobile equipment maintenance, and employee relations.

JOB DUTIES:

Operations Management:

• Oversee all aspects of Aggregate plant operations, including crushing, screening, washing, and material handling.

• Schedule and manage daily production to meet quality and volume targets.

• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate routine maintenance and repairs.

• Plans and schedules production requirements (people & equipment) to support daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecast to meet customers’ needs.

• Identifies, assesses, prioritizes, and resolves production and employee-related problems.

• Manages production meetings on the daily operations of the plant.

• Walks throughout the operation daily and ensures the cleanliness of the entire facility.

Personnel Management:

• Manages and supervises activities of salaried and hourly production and maintenance employees.

• Actively involved in the selection, hiring, training, change of status and separation of employees.

• Supervise, train, and evaluate plant staff (operators, technicians, laborers).

• Enforce company policies and safety protocols.

• Coordinate shift schedules and manage labor resources efficiently.

• Provides coaching and disciplinary counseling to employees under his or her area of responsibility (includes employee relations and administration of collective bargaining agreements region-specific).

• Administers and enforces Company and Region policies and procedures.

Safety & Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to MSHA, OSHA, and environmental regulations.

• Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and incident investigations.

• Implement and maintain site-specific safety programs. Ensures that the plant meets all EHS policies and practices at the site location and works with EHS Regional employees and Company officials to promote a safe work environment that meets all State and Federal rules and regulations. Ensures that employees receive proper training and instructions to perform assigned job duties.
  Utilizes appropriate resources and recommendations in community relations and legislative efforts and actively participates in the area’s community outreach and educational programs.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure product meets customer specifications and internal quality standards.

• Work closely with the quality control team to address deviations.

• Works closely with sales staff, quality control personnel and customers to ensure that products meet customer needs and expectations.

• Works with sales on identification and elimination of customer issues and concerns to improve customer satisfaction and relations.

• Participates in developing an annual operating budget which includes production volume, maintenance expenses and maintenance of business of assets (replacement and critical spares) along with capital improvements.

Budget & Reporting:

• Manage the operating budget, track production costs, and seek cost-saving initiatives.

• Maintain accurate production records, maintenance logs, and compliance reports.

• Provide regular performance updates to senior management.

• Manages plant production operation to ensure cost efficiency and optimal utilization of plant and equipment along with personnel allocation.

• Responsible for ensuring that the site meets or exceeds operating budget.

• Participate in Operations’ short- and long-range business planning.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and productivity.

• Support capital projects and equipment upgrades.

• Works on the implementation of cost-saving programs and/or continuous improvement activities to reduce costs and improve operating efficiency.

• Compiles data and provides information to analyze and recommends more cost-effective and technologically advanced methods of production processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in Engineering (Mining/ Civil, Mechanical/ Materials/ Mineral Processing); preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of 5 years’ prior work experience in supervising production employees, preferably at either an Industrial Sand or Industrial Minerals mine. Construction materials industry experience preferred

• Knowledge and understanding of modern principles and practices of supervising production employees

• Thorough working knowledge of plant operations and its associated products, processes and related equipment.

• Strong knowledge of crushing, screening, separation and material handling equipment.

• Knowledge of safety and environmental rules and regulations (MSHA and OSHA).

• Knowledge and understanding of business planning and financial forecasting requirements.

• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, conflict and problem resolution skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other software packages relevant to the position.

• Ability to plan and manage effectively using motivation and team-building skills.

• Flexible to work long hours and occasional overnight travel.

• Must represent the company in a professional manner to all customers, vendors, and internal employees.

• Other duties may be assigned as required