Plant Foreperson - West Point, NE

CRH Americas • West Point, NE

20d • Onsite

About The Position

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 the mining of aggregates. Responsibilities include but not limited to quality control, delivery of materials and the safety of all employees.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.
• 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.
• Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.
• Demonstrated ability to train, motive and lead employees.
• Basic knowledge of labor and employment laws.
• Demonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach; work well in a team.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the operation of ready mixed concrete facilities or other directly related industry experience preferred.
• Experience using TrackIt, SmartDrive, Command or similar software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages, and communicates with the Operations Manager, issues affecting personnel, safety, maintenance, production efficiency, product quality, current and upcoming projects, competition and pricing.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees