Production Management Associate

Martin Marietta; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Ames, Iowa seeks a Production Management Associate to join their 18 to 24-month training program. This entry-level position focuses on developing production and leadership skills within the aggregates business. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have strong communication and teamwork skills. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Familiarity and knowledge of the mining and aggregates industry.
• No prior full-time experience required.
• Previous industry exposure or experience useful.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and enforce ethics, safety, and environmental measures.
• Use engineering principles for pit development and plant design.
• Operate and maintain equipment including crushers and conveyors.
• Assist in the blasting process and quality control tests.
• Provide leadership and direction for other employees as needed.

Skills

Ability to learn technical processes

High-level verbal and written communication skills

Teamwork

Proficient computer skills (MS Word and Excel)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

The Martin Marietta Management Associate Program is an investment in you. It is our way of selecting and developing the very best people and it is your portal to a challenging and rewarding career. When you join our team, you bring to the table your own unique talents along with shared values of excellence and integrity. Together, we can help you realize your potential. Our associates grow to become valuable Company leaders. Relocation assistance is available.

Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Management Associate will enter an 18 to 24-month formal training program to learn the Aggregates business and develop production and leadership skills. Upon successful completion of the program, the individual will be considered for promotion to a production Foreman position, or another relevant position, as the first step in their management career. This is an entry level position.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to and enforces prescribed ethics, safety and environmental measures.
• Uses engineering principles to assist in pit development, plant design, and improving production capacities.
• Operates and maintains equipment throughout the plant including but not limited to crushers, screens, conveyors, and heavy off-road equipment.
• Assists in the blasting process including laying out drill patterns and loading shots.
• Becomes skilled at completing quality control tests.
• Provides a high level of customer service by following established procedures and through personal actions.
• Becomes familiar with the traits of high-performing managers in Martin Marietta.
• Provides leadership and direction for other employees as needed.
• Ensures all activities are performed 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

Qualifications and Skills

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management and a valid driver’s license.
• Familiarity and knowledge of mining and aggregates industry.
• No prior full-time experience required.
• Individual must possess: the ability to learn technical processes, high-level verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient computer skills (MS Word and Excel) needed.
• Previous industry exposure or experience useful.