Night-Shift Quarry Foreman: Lead, Repair & Optimize Plant

Hi Grade Materials; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employee benefits

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Hi Grade Materials in Palmdale, CA, seeks an experienced Plant Foreman to lead the night-shift, supervise crew, diagnose problems, and keep the rock and sand mining plant running safely and efficiently.

You will perform repairs, plan daily schedules, ensure safety, train staff, and coordinate with sales and logistics to fulfill orders on time; MSHA training and a strong safety mindset are required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a mining environment.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience, preferably as a Plant Foreman, Lead, or similar position.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated experience repairing and maintaining heavy plant equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical equipment and diagnosing equipment problems.
• Some electrical knowledge or experience.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety and the ability to enforce safety standards.
• Ability to remain calm, make sound decisions, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a team and build productive working relationships with employees.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and willing to take initiative.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous MSHA training

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the night-shift crew, assigning work and ensuring production goals are met.
• Plan and organize daily work schedules to maintain efficient production.
• Perform hands-on mechanical repairs and maintenance on crushers, conveyors, screens, motors, pumps, and other plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems, determine the cause of breakdowns, and make necessary repairs to keep the plant operating.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections to identify problems before they result in costly downtime.
• Train, coach, and develop employees while promoting a positive, professional, team-oriented work environment.
• Lead by example and ensure employees follow all company, MSHA, and applicable safety requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and address safety hazards and environmental concerns.
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and employee records.
• Work closely with sales and logistics to ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.
• Help keep the operation running safely, efficiently, and productively throughout the shift.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MSHA training

Job description

Hi Grade Materials in Palmdale, CA, seeks an experienced Plant Foreman to lead the night-shift, supervise crew, diagnose problems, and keep the rock and sand mining plant running safely and efficiently.

You will perform repairs, plan daily schedules, ensure safety, train staff, and coordinate with sales and logistics to fulfill orders on time; MSHA training and a strong safety mindset are required.