Foreman

Rogers Group Inc.; Appomattox (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers Group, Inc. in Appomattox, Virginia, is seeking a Foreman to lead our quarry operations. The role reports to the Plant Manager and focuses on safety, quality, and production performance for a 300,000 tons-per-year operation with a team of about 16 employees.

The ideal candidate will have a background in mining/engineering, hands-on leadership, and the ability to manage budgets, planning, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company and MSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years in operations and engineering for aggregates.
• Knowledge of AggQC and AggFlow is a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities; safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage operation with ~16 employees.
• Supervise production of 300,000 Tons Per Year operation.
• Ensure pit and mine activities meet plan specifications.
• Control costs to meet budgets and reduce costs to achieve savings.
• Identify deficiencies and plan continuous improvement.
• Lead staff by setting clear performance objectives and providing feedback and development.
• Ensure compliance with Company and MSHA safety standards.
• Direct mine and pit planning.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting.
• Engage with local community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Math basics

MS Office

Software learning

Environmental policy

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or equivalent

Tools

AggQC

AggFlow

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group is currently seeking an individual for the Foreman position in our quarry in Appomattox, Virginia. This position will report directly to the Plant Manager. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to lead safety, quality, and revenue generation throughout our existing operations and additional operations through growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage an operation with approximately 16 employees.
• Efficiently supervise production of a 300,000 Tons Per Year operation.
• Ensure the pit and mine activities are achieved to plan specifications.
• Control costs to meet budgets and reduce costs to achieve savings.
• Identify deficiencies and implement a plan for continuous improvement.
• Effectively manage staff by setting clear performance objectives, providing regular feedback, and providing development through training.
• Ensure compliance with all Company and Government policies and regulations.
• Direct mine and pit planning.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting.
• Actively reaching out and being involved in the local community.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in mining engineering, or similar is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in operations and engineering as well as significant experience in aggregate processing procedures and surface quarrying.
• Working knowledge of AggQC and AggFlow is a plus.
• Knowledge of profit and loss statements and an understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office and the ability to rapidly learn different software applications.
• Possess strong basic math knowledge.
• Basic understanding of surveying and mapping skills are a plus.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are necessary.
• Proven safety record and excellent compliance in MSHA safety standards.
• Ability to develop strong leadership at the lead person and foreman level.
• Working knowledge of environmental policies, standards, and best practices.

Rogers Group provides extensive benefits, strong compensation, and a safe, drug-free working environment.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

About Us

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. Established in 1908, RGI is the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

RGI EEO Statement

It is the policy of Rogers Group, Inc. to recruit, hire, and promote individuals based on demonstrated merit and qualifications. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation as protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.