Production Management Associate

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription Drug

Vision

Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Plan

Paid Holidays and Vacation

401(k) with Company matching

Pension

Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Options

Employee Life Insurance

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Direct Deposit Payroll

Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan

Matching Gift Program

New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

Job summary

A leading construction materials supplier in Ames, Iowa, seeks a Production Management Associate for an 18 to 24-month training program to develop production and leadership skills. This is an entry-level role with responsibilities including safety enforcement, equipment operation, and team leadership. Candidates are expected to hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree. Competitive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in the specified fields.
• No prior full-time experience required.
• Familiarity with mining and aggregates industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enforces safety and environmental measures.
• Assists in plant design and improving production capacities.
• Operates and maintains plant equipment.
• Assists in the blasting process.
• Completes quality control tests.
• Provides high level of customer service.

Skills

Ability to learn technical processes

High-level verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Proficient computer skills (MS Word and Excel)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Civil, 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.

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta'sMagnesia Specialtiesbusiness produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.