Plant Manager

About the Role

The Plant Manager plans, coordinates, and supervises production operations, hazardous waste fuel programs, maintenance activities, quality and safety programs, and other related functions involved in plant operations. This role incorporates corporate directives into policies and procedures to maintain standards and schedules, exercising direct or indirect supervision over a large number of employees.

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Conduct meetings with plant staff to communicate, coordinate, and discuss operations.
• Monitor, inspect, and review all plant activities.
• Ensure production schedules align with sales forecasts.
• Assist in investigating customer and quality issues.
• Meet with government agencies and community groups to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Prepare regular reports on plant production operations.
• Attend Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training for waste-derived fuel activities.
• Promote effective job performance through motivation, goal-setting, and feedback.
• Support the safety program, ensure compliance with safety standards, and participate in safety meetings.
• Establish plant standards, short-term goals, and long-term strategic plans for production, maintenance, and improvements.
• Discuss new products, equipment, and ideas with staff and vendors.
• Analyze plant costs and explore methods to improve productivity cost-effectively.
• Develop a continuous improvement plan using technology.
• Troubleshoot problems and performance barriers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year Bachelor's Degree in engineering, chemistry, natural sciences, business administration, or a closely related field. Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to make sound independent judgments regularly.
• Effective coaching and constructive feedback delivery skills.
• Ability to inspire and develop staff.
• Proficient negotiation skills in business and construction contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and general computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email, internet, and customized company programs).
• Ability to translate the company's vision into actionable goals for plant personnel.
• Networking skills with industry professionals, consultants, vendors, suppliers, regulators, and the community.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental health regulations.
• Understanding of cement chemistry, physical testing, and concrete performance.
• Familiarity with cement manufacturing systems (crushing, grinding, pyro processing, chemistry).
• Ability to work from general policies and procedures, referring to supervisors for clarification or interpretation of organizational policies.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, offers a comprehensive benefits package, a highly competitive base pay, and an inclusive culture that values growth and development opportunities.