Production Supervisor

Kilgore Companies, LLC; Buffalo (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cement production sector is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee all production employees and ensure adherence to safety and operational standards. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of supervisory experience, a strong organizational background, and effective communication skills. This role involves working in a rotating shift schedule and optimizing plant operations while fostering a collaborative environment. Join us in building a sustainable future in our community.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with employer match

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid

Recession Resistant Industry

Consistent work with work/life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in manufacturing or plant environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must have good leadership and employability skills.

Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for safety and well-being of employees and contractors.
• Assist in maintenance planning and execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma, college degree preferred

Job description

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12 Hour rotating shift schedule which includes days, nights, and weekends to support the 24/7 cement plant production schedule.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the direct supervision of production employees, contractors, and outside haulers when they deliver on-site after normal business hours. Safety and Compliance is of paramount importance and will require a thorough understanding of Federal, State and Industry safety regulations along with company and site safety and housekeeping standards. The Production Supervisor works to optimize plant equipment, troubleshoot & resolve production, process and quality issues, supervise equipment maintenance, drive safety and housekeeping performance, and interact with others daily. This role will require physical work both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.

This position supports a good standing in the community, sustainable operations, and adheres to and upholds all company policies, safety standards and federal / state regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Directly responsible for the safety and well-being of all production employees, contractors, and outside haulers.
• Understanding and complying with applicable Federal, State, Industry, Company and Site safety regulations and standards.
• Assist Site Manager and/or Production Manager with Root Cause Analysis reports, Preventative maintenance activities, critical spares list and incident investigation.
• Assist the Production and Maintenance Managers in planning and executing maintenance including during major and minor turn-a-rounds/outages.
• Demonstrate leadership in 5S & Lean manufacturing by improving housekeeping, organization of equipment, parts, tools, and supplies.
• Directly responsible for the training and skill development of all employees.
• Maintaining documentation including daily and weekly plans, workplace examinations, mobile equipment checks, risk assessments, task training records and permits.
• Work with the Production Manager and/or Site Manager on Procedures and Best Practices.
• Responsible for communicating daily objectives and plans to direct reports and ensuring all daily activities are directed towards those goals.
• Responsible for setting clear expectations of direct reports, providing support to meet expectations and evaluating performance.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude while working with direct reports, co-workers, peers, customers, haulers and others.
• Team player who works cooperatively with others.
• Effectively troubleshoot problems in production, process, quality and equipment in cooperation with Production Manager, ensure that these problems are rectified, and downtime is minimized.
• Have a good working knowledge of operating a computer and various software used by the company.
• Willing to receive training and cover for the Production Manager as needed.
• Other duties may be required and will be assigned as necessary.

Educational Requirements:

• High School diploma, college degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience (manufacturing/plant or mining environment preferred)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, building rapport with all members of the team including external departments.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team to ensure continuous improvement in their functional area as well as the overall plant operations.
• Must be able to meet on-call responsibilities in a 24/7 operation.
• Can-do attitude, positive outlook.
• Must have good leadership skills.
• Must display good employability skills (attendance, job performance, attitude, willingness to work, etc.).
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening which includes physical, background check, and ten (10) panel drug screen.

Preferred:

• 3 years of production experience, preferably in an industrial work environment
• Good understanding of milling systems and kiln operations.

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Consistent work, with a work/life balance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid

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What to Expect During our Hiring Process

• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• 5-Panel Drug Screen
• Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
• A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!

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