Foreman - Aggregate Operations

Martin Marietta; Weeping Water (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta currently seeks a Foreman for its underground location in Weeping Water, NE. You will oversee safety, production, environmental and personnel duties for the plant in line with company programs and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership of an hourly workforce, with long weekday hours, periodic Saturdays, and potential travel. Strong communication and supervision skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years of aggregate operations experience.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience in a mining environment preferred.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Training and development of the team, scheduling, performance management and effective leadership of the hourly workforce.
• Leading production, safety, quality, employee development and environmental objectives and metrics.
• Ensuring activities comply with company policies and code of conduct.

Skills

Production process

Quality control

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Safety focus

Environmental regulations

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Resource management

Education

High school diploma or GED

4+ years aggregate operations experience

1-year supervisory experience in mining (preferred)

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with computers and MS Office

Job description

Career Development Framework (“CDF”) Information

Band Description

• Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically, is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions
• Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization where formal authority is not held
• Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, process and people leadership capabilities, scope/complexity of the role
• Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management

Career Development Framework (“CDF”) Information

Band Description

• Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically, is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions
• Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization where formal authority is not held
• Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, process and people leadership capabilities, scope/complexity of the role
• Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management

Career Level Description

Description

Martin Marietta is currently looking for a Foreman for its underground location based out of Weeping Water, NE. The Foreman will be responsible for assisting in managing all safety, operational, financial, environmental and personnel duties for the plant in accordance with company programs, policies, and guidelines as well as government agencies.

Location:

Weeping Water Mine is an underground limestone operation located near Weeping Water in Cass County, Nebraska. It is one of the largest and most productive limestone mines in the region, specializing in crushed and broken limestone for construction and industrial applications. The mine utilizes a room-and-pillar method for extraction and includes both underground and surface processing facilities.

Situated in Nebraska’s limestone-rich corridor, Weeping Water Mine plays a vital role in supporting infrastructure development across the Midwest. Its operations contribute significantly to the local economy, providing jobs and essential raw materials for roads, buildings, and other foundational projects.

Responsibilities

• Training and development of the team, scheduling, performance management and effective leadership of the hourly workforce
• Successfully leading and managing to production, safety, quality, employee development and environmental objectives and metrics
• Performing all activities in accordance with the Company’s Mission, Vision and Values, and in compliance with the Company’s policies, procedures and Code of Ethical Business Conduct.

Skills

• Production process and methods
• Quality control methods
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Safety focus
• Environmental regulations
• Project management
• Regulatory compliance
• Resource management

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of experience in aggregate operations
• Minimum 1-year supervisory experience in a mining environment, preferred
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• The ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office programs and other similar programs

Work Environment

This job operates frequently in an operations and maintenance environment in an underground mine location. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds from ground to waist, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination, manual dexterity, repetitive motion, standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, bending and stooping, working from a elevated position and the ability to drive.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position that regularly requires long weekday hours and occasional Saturday work. Occasional travel will be required.

Disclaimer

In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments as required, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.