Production Worker jobs in United States

The Plant Manager will manage the day-to-day business and operations of 3 material business units :

• Asphalt Plants in Acheson and Leduc,
• Soil Cement Plant in Edmonton,
• Ready-Mix Plant in Acheson.

This position reports to the Manufacturing Manager and is the liaison between customers, employees, and the company.

Role Purpose

The Plant Manager oversees the operations of manufacturing plants producing :

• Soil Cement

Leading a team ensuring quality and safety standards, and coordinating with departments to meet production targets :

• maintaining equipment,
• pricing materials,
• ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environment

Responsible for driving safety performance across Business Units by leading indicator safety metrics :

• implementing and managing the HSE Program,
• ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies.

Collaborates with leadership and project teams to achieve HSE goal :

• fosters a culture of accountability,
• continuously improves safety practices through guidance, feedback,
• leading by example.

To support continuous production and meet business objectives :

• develop and oversee production, maintenance,
• deliver strategies to meet KPIs,

Manage daily operations :

• quality control,
• cross-functional coordination

Maintenance Management

To ensure optimal equipment performance and facility upkeep. Coordinate with Business Unit Superintendents to plan and execute preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance for plant equipment :

• conduct regular inspections,

Team Supervision

Uphold Colas & SGE values while leading and engaging a team through clear communication, guidance, and employee development :

• foster strong union and cross-functional relations,
• promote a collaborative, empowered, and ethical work environment

Employee Development & Coaching

To enhance overall team performance, lead initiatives focused on talent management succession planning, and team development :

• identifying key roles,
• providing training,
• ensuring clear communication of goals and corrective actions

Financial & Risk Management

To ensure effective cost control and business planning, support the Sales and Manufacturing teams on :

• quoting,
• budgeting, and
• forecasting to ensure effective cost control and business planning.

Monitor performance metrics :

• inventory in line with SGE guidelines to identify improvement opportunities.

Business Development & Customer Relations Management

Regularly engage with the Sales team to explore bid opportunities and support the pursuit of new business within existing accounts and local markets.

Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth delivery of products and services, while also preparing proposals, negotiating deals, and analyzing market trends for continuous improvement.

Profile

Experience and Knowledge Required for the Role :

• Must have extensive industry experience in a supervisory position OR an equivalent combination of technical education and industry experience.
• Must have technical knowledge of asphalt and concrete equipment and process.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Command Alkon and MINDS software, MS Office, and JDE.
• Experience of operating and maintaining Asphalt Plants and Ready-Mix equipment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage responsibilities.

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required.
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Manual dexterity required to use computer and peripherals.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary negotiable of experience of applicant with discretionary bonus
• Personal vehicles allowance benefit
• Manulife Health and Dental Package with health spending

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Standard General is looking for committed, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals; we offer professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, and comprehensive benefits packages. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

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