SUMMARY:

Responsible for directing, coordinating, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the plant production and ensuring the quality standards are met and monthly production goals are achieved.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct, coordinate, and oversee daily production operations to ensure product quality and meet monthly production goals.
• Supervise and schedule staff, including work assignments/rotations, employee training, PTO management, overtime allocation, and coverage for absent employees, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and report production data weekly, monthly, and annually to the Plant Manager.
• Develop, write, and maintain documentation, such as work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and other relevant production materials.
• Recommend capital improvements and process enhancements when necessary.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager to resolve production-related issues at the facility.
• Coordinate with the maintenance department to ensure timely repairs and a proper inventory of spare parts.
• Enter and approve service requests for maintenance support as needed.
• Recommend or initiate personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, transfers, discharges, and corrective/attendance counseling.
• Assist the Plant Manager and HR in resolving personnel issues, complaints, or grievances.
• Accurately report findings to relevant personnel and complete necessary documentation.
• Conduct performance reviews for staff and provide constructive feedback.
• Counsel and train staff on work-related issues and assist in correcting job-skill deficiencies.
• Foster team development by promoting mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Enforce Company, MSHA safety regulations and guidelines strictly.
• Regularly inspect work areas, tools, and equipment to ensure safety and provide employee safety training.
• Assist with miscellaneous production tasks (e.g., housekeeping, basic labor tasks) as directed by the Plant Manager.
• Work in a physically demanding environment.
• Some travel to other plant locations within the United States may be required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required - OR - an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, mining, or aggregate environments.
• Experience in plant operations.
• At least 3 years of management experience with a proven record of managing multiple people and projects while maintaining high levels of production.