Aggregate Operations Foreman

Responsibilities

• Maintains proper material quality and inventory levels of material to meet demand
• Performs plant maintenance - maintains a safe, clean and environmentally compliant operation
• Performs safety/quality/mechanical inspections of the plant and mobile equipment
• Addresses any housekeeping issues within the work area
• Operates loaders, excavators, haul trucks, skid steers and bull dozers
• Understands the process flow of the plant and is diligent in producing a quality product
• Regularly monitors performance all process pieces of the plant
• Accurately completes and maintains reports and compliance records (maintenance, environmental, safety & production)
• Successfully completes and maintains Method 9 Emissions certification
• Understands MSHA rules and regulations
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications

• Background in aggregate plant operations - Knowledge of the equipment and methods used in the production process, and related aspects of materials storage, handling and distribution of aggregate
• Experience as a heavy equipment operator including loaders, bull dozers, off road trucks and excavators
• Hands on experience and knowledge of crushers, screens, washing plants, pumps, haul trucks and loaders
• Physical requirements: walk, climb, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, drive, ride, twist, push/pull of controls and ride on rough terrain
• Able to lift and or move 75 lbs. on a routine basis; 100 lbs. on an occasional basis
• Able to work in wet and dry conditions as well as extreme heat or cold
• Strong leadership skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
• Current MSHA training certification a plus
• Experience welding and cutting preferred