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Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Regional Manufacturing Manager, this position leads and manages the flow of materials from post-production through secondary operations. Secondary operations will include but is not limited to, Grinding, Shot Blasting, Cutting, Tumbling, and Wet Cast production. The Secondary Ops Superintendent is responsible for ensuring that production teams operate equipment safely and per all company JSA's and that proper operation practices are followed to optimize system utilization, production output, and final product quality. The Secondary Ops Superintendent must collaborate with the plant maintenance and quality assurance teams to proactively address and respond to any issues that impact machine uptime. This position requires a high level of teamwork, problem solving skills, and production workflow management knowledge; and is responsible for demonstrating and promoting the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Secondary Operations

• Collaborate with production planning to develop and manage production schedules
• Direct daily meetings with operation leads to confirm assignments, manage production schedules and daily/weekly priorities
• Support development of operation capacity for production planning and utilization reporting / management
• Assigning daily tasks / responsibilities as required which include:
• Efficient and safe equipment operation to include operation of: splitter / grinder / saw / shot blast / tumbler/ concrete finishing operations
• Checks finished product for proper quality (splits, cuts and grindings)
• Make critical equipment adjustments to ensure finished product quality
• Complete required production paperwork for daily activities

Managing Personnel

• Directly manage first line leads/supervisors as assigned to secondary operations
• Coaching, training, instructing and offering guidance to all involved in the secondary operations processes and yard materials management
• Collaborate with Production Planning/Scheduling on secondary operations capacity, and hold team accountable to meeting production schedule
• Responsible for managing time and attendance via daily audit reports for timekeeping compliance.
• Perform annual reviews for direct reports, engage in employee development and discipline as applicable
• Lead recruiting, hiring and training staff for area of responsibility
• Act as backup for subordinate positions as needed
• Collaborate on monthly report, providing backup for Secondary Operations on performance compared budget
• Attend safety meetings and abide by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensure that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School education or equivalent required.
• Five+ years in a Supervisory role. Production Management, Logistics Management, direct experience in the concrete block and/or sack industry a plus.
• Motivated, resourceful, and inspired to be an agent for change.
• Proven ability to coach, guide and lead subordinates.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Strong aptitude for math, organizing personal tasks and repetitive duties in a dynamic environment.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, teamwork, decision-making and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
• Demonstrate commitment to consistently delivering the highest quality customer service.
• On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties.
• Requires strong computer / MS Office (excel) knowledge and software application skills.
• Valid Driver's License Required.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to use hands, fingers, and arms to handle/feel/lift product, and type/use computer.
• Reach with hands and arms; talk and listen; stand, walk and sit.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist; lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Up to 5% travel time required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment with moderate noise.
• Plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

SALARY EXPECTATIONS

• $85 - 95k

This is a regular, full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, voluntary benefits, short- and long-term disability, life, and AD&D coverage. Short-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates. Additional benefits include wellness program discounts, employee perk discounts, and various leave options such as personal, maternity, medical, military, bereavement, victims of crime, jury duty, sick leave, and family leave. Basalite offers a 401(k) retirement plan and tax-advantaged accounts, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). The company observes nine paid holidays, and vacation and sick time for new employees begin accruing on their start date. Employees become eligible for profit sharing after one year of employment. All employees also have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug-free workplace.