Portable Crusher Foreman

Titan Cement Group; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cement industry is seeking a skilled Portable Crusher Foreman in Virginia. The role involves operating and maintaining portable crushing machinery while adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates should possess strong mechanical skills, relevant certifications, and have experience in mining or construction environments.

Qualifications

• Previous mining or construction experience preferred.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safe relocation and operation of the portable crusher.
• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance on machinery.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA/OSHA/DOT safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal communication

Written communication

Knowledge of workplace safety

Ability to perform manual labor

Education

Virginia Energy surface foreman certification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Portable Crusher Foreman to join our team in Virginia. This position will be responsible for the safe relocation and operation of the portable crusher.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and follow all safety rules and regulations of MSHA/OSHA/DOT
• Visual inspection of plant feed
• Visual inspection of crusher plant, conveyors and related equipment
• Ensure crusher is level at all times
• Maintain site cleanliness, and perform general labor activities, including but not limited to shoveling in and around the belts and crusher
• Checks stockpile to ensure product quality and mix material to desired consistency
• Prep material with a pulverizer or hammer as needed
• Perform daily checks on conveyors, screen deck and crusher box
• Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance work on machinery (mechanical experience preferred)
• Report crusher issues and needed wear items to the supervisor in a timely manner
• Monitor the plant to ensure the plant is running safely and production is consistent
• Listen for unusual noise or indications for potential issues
• Identify appropriate material to produce quality aggregate material
• Monitor dust emissions and use dust suppression as needed
• Perform tracked conveyor moves as needed
• Adjust crusher settings to optimize performance and gradation
• Collect materials samples for laboratory testing
• Maintain strong communications with ground labor to ensure efficient and safe workflow
• Complete all necessary daily paperwork. May include but not limited to, area site inspection, daily activity logs, vehicle inspection logs, hours of service, etc.
• Remove build up from under or around crushers and belt-lines
• Inspects belt scale and clean daily & record scale readings
• Shut down equipment as required in the event of an emergency, blockages or end of shift
• Conduct daily pre/post-shift safety inspections

Qualifications

• Previous mining or construction experience is preferred
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment (loaders, dozers, excavators, etc.)
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Virginia Energy (formerly DMME) surface foreman certification is a requirement for this position. Candidate must possess current certification or meet Virginia Energy (formerly DMME) eligibility requirements to obtain certification.
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Knowledge of surface mining and sand production, practices and applications preferred
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices
• Previous crushing experience would be an asset
• Ability to perform manual labor and lift up to 50 pounds
• Have mechanical knowledge and experience with general equipment maintenance
• Flexible to work extended hours, and weekends when required
• Capable of working independently
• Able to promote a positive and safe work environment in a physically demanding and fast paced work environment
• Comfortable working outdoors, in extreme weather conditions, and in a noisy and dusty environment
• Welding/torch cutting experience preferred
• Knowledge of soils, sand and aggregate classification to help produce spec material through the crushing operation
• Must be willing to travel to other work sites
• Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s report