Job ID: 529086
Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.
To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com
At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: - Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability Pay
- Life Insurance
- Growth Opportunities and more!
Summary: The Plant Manager plans, coordinates, and supervises the production operations, hazardous waste fuel program, maintenance activities, quality and safety programs, and other related functions involved in plant operations. This position incorporates directives provided by corporate management into policies and procedures to maintain standards and schedules. The position exercises direct or indirect supervision over a large number of employees.
What you'll be contributing: - Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
- Conducts meetings with plant staff personnel to communicate, coordinate and discuss plant operations.
- Monitors, inspects, and reviews all plant activities.
- Ensures production schedule corresponds with sales forecasts.
- Assists in investigating customer and quality problems and concerns.
- Meets with government agencies and community groups concerning plant activities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, policies, and standards.
- Prepares regular reports regarding plant production operations.
- Attends Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training for waste-derived fuel activities.
- Promotes effective job performance through motivation, goals, and providing feedback.
- Promotes the safety program, compliance with safety standards, and participates in safety meetings.
- Establishes plant standards, short-term goals, and long-term strategic plans for production, maintenance, and improvements.
- Discusses new products, equipment, and ideas with staff and vendors.
- Analyzes plant costs and explore methods to improve productivity cost-effectively.
- Uses technology to develop a continuous improvement plan for the plant.
- Troubleshoots various problems and performance barriers.
- Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
To succeed in this position, you will need: - Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
- Minimum 4 Year - Bachelors Degree in engineering, chemistry, natural sciences, business administration, or closely related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
- Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations
- Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to make sound independent judgments regularly
- Ability to effectively coach and deliver constructive feedback
- Ability to inspire and develop staff
- Proficient in effective negotiation skills in business and construction contracts
- Proficient in Microsoft Office365
- Ability to effectively use computers for general word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, e-mail, internet, and customized company programs.
- Ability to communicate the company's vision into actionable goals and contributions for plant personnel.
- Ability to network with industry professionals, consultants, vendors, suppliers, regulators, and the community.
- Knowledge of safety and environmental health regulations.
- Knowledge of cement chemistry, physical testing, and concrete performance.
- Knowledge of various systems for cement manufacturing (crushing, grinding, pyro processing, chemistry).
- Ability to work from general policies and procedures.
- Ability to refer to supervisor when clarification or interpretation of the organizational policy
What's next for you? We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.
The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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!
Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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