Plant Manager Asphalt

Lafarge Africa Plc; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Plant Manager for their Chelmsford facility. This role involves overseeing plant operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and optimizing production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in production management, with strong leadership and communication skills. Join a culture that values safety and sustainability while driving business success.

Benefits

Competitive salary

401(k) retirement savings

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of production-related work experience required.
• Related supervisory experience preferred.
• Understanding of DOT & OSHA regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all manufacturing functions at the plant.
• Coordinates and supervises asphalt plant activities.
• Maximizes employee participation and promotes business growth.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Plant Manager is accountable for the leadership, development & management of all functions of theHMA manufacturing business at this location. The Plant Manager will ensure lean staffing and oversee safeproduction to enable plant productivity and maintenance in an efficient manner, while producing qualityproducts for customers. The primary focus will be on safety, compliance and optimum manufacturingmaximizing productivity at the lowest cost of production. Responsible for coordinating, monitoring andsupervising the activities of one or more asphalt plants. The Plant Manager communicates goals todepartment employees and ensures that goals are achieved. Maximizes employee participation to achievethe desired team approach. Develops departmental personnel to enhance skills, improve responsiveness andpromote business growth.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Coordinate the execution of general plant operations activities. Coordinate field management activities.Help coordinate activities such as transportation and receiving of product at the plant. Ensure that weproduce quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations. Inspect product quality ensuring allcriteria meets plan. Recommend measures to improve production methods and equipment performance.Provides timely and accurate tickets for customers. Runs loader or dozer at bins and stock pile, andperforms plant maintenance and housekeeping.
• Monitor, recommend, implements repairs and routine maintenance of equipment, buildings and grounds.Investigates abnormal operating events or equipment failures to determine cause; makes adjustments,repairs, and/or modifications as needed.
• Directly supervises 2 – 8 employees in the HMA division . Coach, train, mentor employees on the safeand efficient method of operating plant equipment. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordancewith the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, andtraining employees, planning, assigning and directing work rewarding and disciplining employees;addressing complaints and resolving problems. Supports and assists personnel in achieving timely andefficient production schedules. Records employees’ time in online timekeeping system.
• Communicates and promotes safety, compliance and environmental requirements in alignment withcompany standards within production area. Monitors work performed and addresses situations that donot conform to standards.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree
Required Work Experience: Minimum of six years of production-related work experience. Relatedsupervisory or group leader experience preferred.
Required Computer and Software Skills: Basic computer skills with ability to enter information in SAP andtime recording software and working with Microsoft Office applications

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent communication/leadership skills.
• Excellent people skills and have strong potential for strong leadership development.
• Able to handle multiple responsibilities at one time and must be able to deal effectively with people using afacilitative approach.
• Understanding of relevant DOT & OSHA regulations.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment thatall qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.