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Founded 150 years ago by a Civil War veteran and pioneer, Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc., A CRH Company, is a major regional supplier of concrete and building materials with 15 locations across Nebraska and Iowa, serving areas in central and northeastern Nebraska, southeastern South Dakota, and western Iowa. 

Position Overview

The foreperson supervises and coordinates the activities of workers engaged in the manufacturing of ready-mix concrete, hot-mix asphalt and/or the mining of aggregates. Responsibilities including but not limited to quality control, delivery of materials and the safety of all employees.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Manages, and communicates with Area Managers and Operations Manager issues affecting personnel, safety, maintenance, production efficiency, product quality, current and upcoming projects, competition and pricing.
• Manage plant or location in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable employment laws.  This includes training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding employees, disciplining employees, long term personnel development and succession planning, as well as addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensures compliance with City, State and Federal regulations in all areas. Including Hours of Service.
• Works with the Quality Control Department to ensure products meet production and project specifications.
• Conducts weekly safety meetings and other employee correspondence as required.
• Performs and documents safety, production and compliance reporting.
• Reviews and submits payroll as well as maintains related documentation. 
• Organizes and accounts for daily delivery and raw material tickets, fuel consumption and mileage sheets.
• Ensures received raw materials are accounted for and correctly inventoried in batch computers and during monthly inventory counts.
• Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.

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, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the operation of asphalt, aggregate or ready mixed concrete facilities or other related industry preferred.
• Experience using TrackIt, Video Driving Review Software, Command or similar software preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to travel on occasion and work evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as delivery tickets, safety rules and procedure manuals as well as carry out written or verbal instructions.
• Willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities.
• Must display a willingness and ability to adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities. Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback.
• Basic knowledge of labor and employment laws. Demonstrated ability to train, motive and lead employees.
• Demonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach; work well in a team.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software.  Must be able to utilize internet and communicate effectively. 

Physical Requirements

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.

• Able to communicate with others by email, telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently talk, hear, walk, and sit as well as occasionally required to stand, reach use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs, ladders, inclined walkways and access elevated platforms.

While performing the field duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  A variety of noise levels, adverse weather conditions, and complex job sites are to be expected daily. Proper clothing, PPE (personal protective equipment) is required, and safety precautions should be taken to ensure your safety, and the safety of others in all conditions.  While performing non-field duties in this position, the environment is typical of an office setting and the noise level is usually quiet to moderate.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Gerhold Concrete Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

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