Plant Maintenance Supervisor

Vulcan Materials Company•Pleasanton, CA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Supervisor oversees day-to-day aggregate plant operations to support efficient production and compliance with environmental regulations. The role assists the Plant Manager with mine development, including stripping and reclamation operations, to achieve optimum utilization at the lowest operating cost. The supervisor promotes a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies and procedures, MSHA/OSHA requirements, and other applicable regulations. This role supervises hourly employees conducting land stripping and reclamation, plans and schedules work to meet production needs and budget parameters, and may perform hands-on repair work when needed. It also supports employee recruitment, coaching, counseling, and training; coordinates department requirements; collaborates with plant management and the SHE department; participates in inspections and business planning; and monitors plant equipment maintenance and repairs. The position supports cost-saving and continuous-improvement efforts and requires working effectively under pressure to meet production deadlines. The work takes place both indoors in an office and outdoors in a quarry or plant. Outdoor work may involve unprotected heights, moving machinery, dust, fumes, gases, changing temperature and humidity, and uneven surfaces. The employee must be able to wear required PPE and use computerized equipment and technology.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Three to five years of experience conducting land stripping and reclamation activities.
Knowledge of modern principles and practices for supervising employees.
Knowledge of mine development phases, including land clearing, stripping, and reclamation for sand and aggregate facilities.
Ability to perform hands-on work when needed.
Ability to understand, interpret, and apply policies and procedures.
Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations.
Ability to develop department performance measurements and demonstrate organization and business-planning skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills and practices.
Ability to establish practices and develop resources to meet or exceed goals and objectives.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand, sit, and walk for long periods.
Ability to drive a pick-up truck daily.
Ability to use computerized equipment and technology.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to work in a stressful, deadline-oriented environment involving complex technical information and decision-making, and to present complex information clearly and concisely.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree, associate degree, or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
One year of supervisory experience.
Construction materials industry experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise hourly employees performing land stripping and reclamation activities, and perform hands-on repair work when necessary.
Plan and prioritize objectives, maintain schedules, and meet budget parameters.
Participate in recruitment, which may include screening and hiring hourly employees.
Schedule department requirements to support daily, weekly, and monthly material-processing operations.
Provide or assist with employee coaching and disciplinary counseling.
Ensure employees receive appropriate training and instructions to perform their duties.
Schedule and assign employee work based on production needs and manpower requirements.
Work with the SHE department and company officials to promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations and site SHE policies and practices.
Work with plant management to ensure mine development and reclamation activities meet operational needs and expectations.
Implement cost-saving programs and continuous-improvement activities to reduce costs and improve operating efficiency.
Participate in short- and long-range Operations business planning.
Participate in department inspections on a regular basis.
Monitor plant equipment and ensure proper maintenance and repairs.