Plant Manager - Chanute, KS at Ash Grove Cement Company in Chanute, Kansas

Job Description:

Job ID: 479697

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package, and opportunities for your continued growth and development!

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:

• Conducts meetings with plant staff personnel to communicate, coordinate and discuss plant operations including areas such as production, quarry, hazardous waste, maintenance, special projects, etc.


• Monitors, inspects and reviews all plant activities including production operations, maintenance activities, quality controls, etc.


• Ensures production schedule corresponds with sales forecasts.


• Assists in investigating customer and quality problems and concerns.


• Meets with various government agencies and community groups concerning plant activities, specifically pertaining to compliance with environmental regulations, policies and standards.


• Prepares reports regarding plant production operations on a daily, weekly, monthly and/or annual basis.


• Attends 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.


• Manages employee-relations issues including discipline methods and arbitration. Union locations are also involved in contract negotiations/interpretations, grievances, arbitration, and related labor-relations issues. Works with the Director of Employee and Labor relations for guidance when necessary. Works with HR Manager to investigate and maintain documentation of employee complaints (ADR), EEOC, and employee complaint meetings.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, chemistry, natural sciences, business administration, or a closely related field.


• 10 years of experience in a cement or lime manufacturing facility with specific exposure to plant management responsibilities. Type of experience - cement or lime - depends on the specific type of plant with the position under consideration.


• Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred

• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentation


• 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.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• A 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 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.

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