Assistant Production Manager

Concrete Industries Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Insurance benefits

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading supplier of construction materials in Lincoln is seeking an Assistant Production Manager to assist in daily production operations. The ideal candidate will manage dispatch operations, oversee quality assurance programs, and coordinate with contractors. This role requires a high school diploma, 3-5 years of experience, and a valid driver's license. Competitive benefits include retirement plans, paid holidays, and wellness programs, with opportunities for on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of demonstrated experience related to production management.
• Valid driver's license and insurable.
• Ability to work extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in dispatch operations and scheduling of shipments.
• Manage Quality Assurance Programs for Pipe and Structural Divisions.
• Coordinate with contractors on upcoming contract work.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret contract documents

Detail oriented

Problem-solving skills

Demonstrated leadership skills

Education

High school diploma

Training or education above high school level preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Lawson or other ERP/database systems

Job description

Concrete Industries, Inc., a NEBCO Company, is one of the region’s premier suppliers of high-quality structural concrete building and bridge girder systems, concrete pipe, rebar, and other building materials for the construction industry. Serving the greater Nebraska area, as well as parts of Iowa, Colorado, Missouri and Kansas, also specializes in high-strength, pre-stressed hollowcore slabs, as well as various types of insulated wall panels. For more information, visit www.concreteindustries.com. For more information about NEBCO, Inc., visit www.nebcoinc.com.

Job Summary

Concrete Industries is looking for a hard-working, reliable, and results-focused Assistant Production Manager to assist in the daily production operations of Concrete Industries. Must abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists dispatch operations by working with the Shipping Superintendent with the daily scheduling of shipments to jobsites and relieves the Shipping Superintendent when absent.

Assists the Production Office Assistant with updates to Exaktime and relieves the position when the Production Office Assistant is absent.

Provides oversight and management of the Quality Assurance Programs for the Pipe and Structural Divisions.

Attends job-site meetings and coordinates with contractors and/or project managers on upcoming contract work to ensure product will be ready for shipment.

Maintains and corrects all inventory of raw materials and sellable/finished products through cycle counting and verifying usage with plant Superintendents. Updates inventories through the Lawson operating system with correct information.

Assesses all incoming shipments of received products for quality and accuracy. Informs proper personnel when received.

Works with NEBCO Human Resources and Safety departments to onboard new hires by contacting candidates with the job requirements and details as well as giving tours to new hires of the complex on their first day.

Completes multiple weekly plant walkthroughs reviewing safety, cleanliness and employee engagement.

Orders and maintains inventory of required PPE for all departments. Dispenses necessary PPE to the workforce.

Ensures all fire extinguishers and eyewash stations are maintained and in proper working order.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma required; training or education above the high school level is preferred.
• 3-5 years of demonstrated related experience.
• Equivalently combined education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret contract documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• High level of technical expertise with the ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining good working relationships with all Superintendents.
• Knowledge of construction worksite practices and procedures is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities.
• Detail oriented with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks at one time.
• Ability to work at all levels with diverse work groups within an organization.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; bilingual skills (ES) helpful but not necessary.

Other Qualifications

• Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Publisher and PowerPoint. Lawson or other ERP/database systems experience preferred.
• Prior working knowledge of construction project management, dispatching DOT regulated commercial vehicles and/or inventory control.
• Mathematical skills and basic mechanical abilities to understand, direct and solve problems.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to handle various situations related to customer relations and business processes.
• Ability to work extended hours to meet business needs.
• This is a confidential employee.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid holidays.
• Insurance benefits.
• Wellness program with the opportunity to earn five additional days off.
• Paid time off.
• On-the-job training.

Condition of Employment

Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications. Approval of pre-employment reference, background checks and post-offer substance testing are required as conditions of employment.

Accessibility

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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