Quarry Supervisor (Night Shift)

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

POSITION SUMMARY: Manage the day-to-day production activities of the mine by providing direction and leadership to assigned work group. The Quarry Supervisor serves as a liaison between plant management and the hourly workforce while ensuring that daily / shift goals related to safety, quality and productivity are consistently met. The Quarry Supervisor is also accountable for ensuring that their work team is adequately trained and prepared to perform their tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Safety, Quality, Productivity and Cost Improvement

• Set and consistently achieve aggressive Continuous Improvement goals in "Key Process indicators (KPI's)
• Promote safety awareness and compliance
• Insures that all company safety inspections and procedures are completed, incidents are recorded in a timely matter, mandatory safety stand downs are being conducted, and visual presence is be maintained at all times in assigned work area for purpose of discouraging poor safety practices.
• Actively assist in all company, MSHA, and other required inspections.
• Balances quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Works continuously to improve in all areas.
• Manages daily / shift priorities
• Evaluates the effectiveness of manpower utilization, work procedures and cost control methods, and production rates and operating costs and makes recommendations for improvement to the Mine Manager.

Employee Relations

• Ensures effective employee / team relations. Provides employee coaching and development. Makes employment decisions, Resolves employee issues through problem resolution.
• Communicates effectively, honestly and timely with team to ensure everyone has the information they need to perform at an optimal level
• Enforces the Company's plant and safety rules and policies and issues fair and consistent discipline. Receives, evaluates and responds to first-step grievances as required, consulting with the Mine Manager and/or Plant Manager as required.

Performance Measurement / Management

• Provide structure, direction and feedback to production team
• Readily share information and develop the production team by delegating to their strengths
• Set clear guidelines and expectations for the production team
• Establish and communicate clear roles and job performance expectations
• Manage and report on all production KPI's
• Works with Continuous Improvement personnel to identify, document, communicate, and implement process improvements while improving area housekeeping requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned

ATTRIBUTES:

• Good leader or supervisor experience is required.
• Must be capable of working any shift, on-call, overtime, or seven days a week, if needed.
• Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
• Must be able to improve working conditions (safety, quality, productivity, cost) and increase subordinates' skills and capabilities
• Must be able to assist the Mine Manager in improving a system of production control, standard operating procedure, safety, quality control, and performance management
• Ability to plan and direct the work of hourly personnel and to train and develop an effective workforce and administrate corrective action.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good public speaking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects while meeting all required deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs.
• Good understanding of environmental, safety and the desire to following all established procedures are required.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Previous SAP knowledge is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working in an office environment, mining, and mineral processing environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as dust and fumes.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED. AA degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or technical-related field or equivalent work experience in the field is desired.

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

• BS Degree in Engineering, Geology, or related field.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 2-4 years of previous project leader or supervisory experience in a heavy union or non-union fast-paced manufacturing, construction, and/or mining/mineral processing environment is highly desired.

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

• Previous Leadperson, Forman, Team Lead, Control Room Operator, QC Technician, Maintenance Planner. Previous internship project experience is a plus. Previous mining experience with a good understanding of production operations or similar manufacturing operation is a plus.

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.