Cement Plant Production Supervisor

CalPortland

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing, planning, organizing, and coordinating employee activities for the safe production of material in the cement plant.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Requires 2 years of supervision experience
Thorough knowledge of cement production, safe work practices, and MSHA regulations
Excellent computer and organizational skills; willing to effectively learn Windows, Excel, and other software
Ability to formulate decisions, make and support recommendations, prioritize work, communicate with multiple parties, and handle multiple tasks
Ability to be cleared with Federal ATF to transport, ship, receive, or possess explosive materials
Task and project-oriented
Ability to work with all levels of management
Knowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of cement
Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility
Exercise independent decision-making, prioritize conflicting demands
Strong administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills
Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate in the English language, communicate positively with employees, customers, and vendors at all levels; ability to read and understand equipment manuals, company policy manuals, and required government regulations
Must be able to see and hear safety indicators and warnings
Ability to walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground), climb stairs and ladders as high as 200 ft. in elevation; physically able to climb on equipment to provide supervision during work, walk long distances, climb ladders, stairs and stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spaces
Drive automobile to various plant sites and work locations; must be able to travel overnight (air/auto)
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of SAP Production
Experience working with a union contract
Experience working in a manufacturing or cement facility

Responsibilities

Ensures that safe work procedures and safe work conditions are practiced and maintained; promotes proper safety and accident prevention attitudes
Responsible for optimum production rates from all clinker and cement production equipment; works with the laboratory to ensure all mills are operated within the standard quality parameters set, and directing flows to the appropriate finish or raw silo
Responsible for the accurate diagnosis of malfunctions on all systems; works with Maintenance Department in prioritizing and formulating course of action to correct such problems
Directs and supervises the deliveries of all bulk materials entering the plant; ensures that these deliveries are placed into the correct silo or appropriate storage area
Records shift events on log sheets, documenting all pertinent changes, or circumstances; reports major malfunctions to Production Superintendent
Administer the Company work rules in a fair manner; set standards for quality and quantity of work and initiate appropriate disciplinary measures when infractions occur
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate positive working relationships with all levels of management and staff
Ability to direct, motivate and coach activities of others
Ability to exercise sound judgment in problem-solving
Exhibit excellent work ethic – high standard of performance and production

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision
low-cost premiums even for family coverage
Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
Company-paid short-term disability
Paid sick/vacation/holiday
401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Additional voluntary benefits

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