Site Ops Manager - Sapphire

Ash Grove Cement Company in; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sapphire Americas, a CRH company, is seeking a Site Operations Manager - Sapphire to lead local operations, promote safety, and maximize the use of alternative fuels and raw materials for stable kiln operation. You will coordinate with the plant team, manage coprocessing, and oversee budget and supplier relations.

The role requires strong engineering knowledge, 7+ years of industrial experience, and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year/associate degree in trades school in construction management, mechanics, electronics, or related field.
• 4 year/bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in resource recovery, processing site, industrial manufacturing or mining.
• Knowledge of electrical & mechanical principles and process engineering.

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Drive Sapphire operations to maximize AF/ARM usage.
• Partner with plant team to optimize AF/ARM quality and quantity.
• Manage on-site coprocessing and off-site preprocessing logistics.
• Lead local team and coordinate with suppliers and contractors.
• Track deliveries, inventory, and budgeting for AF/ARM programs.
• Support management of change processes and trials.

Skills

Safety literacy

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Process engineering

SAP

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree in trades/related field

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Site Ops Manager - Sapphire (Project Management)

Sapphire Americas, a CRH company and part of the Ash Grove family of companies, delivers innovative, circular solutions that help decarbonize industries and communities. We specialize in transforming residual and non-recyclable materials into alternative fuels and raw materials for cement manufacturing - offering a zero-landfill pathway that conserves natural resources and advances the circular economy. Through our work, we reduce landfill dependency, lower carbon emissions, and unlock long-term environmental and economic value.

By turning waste into opportunity, Sapphire Americas is helping build a cleaner, more resilient future.

Sapphire Americas supports the Ash Grove Cement business by providing alternative fuels and alternative raw materials to facilitate the cement plants' goals regarding commercial excellence, carbon footprint, and future developments.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary:

The Site Operations Manager - Sapphire ensures all company, state, and federal safety and environmental standards for alternate fuels and materials are met. This position drives local Sapphire operations to maximize the use of alternative fuel and alternative raw materials. The position partners with the plant team to optimize the quality and quantity of AF/ARM for stable kiln operation. The Site Manager drives Sapphire's local team and contractors concerning CRH's Purpose, Value, Vision, and Code of Business Conduct.

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Ensures all company, state and federal safety and environmental standards are met as they pertain to alternate fuels (AF) and alternate raw materials (ARM).
• Drives local Sapphire operations to maximize the use of AF, ARM.
• Partners with plant team to optimize quality and quantity of AF, ARM for stable kiln operation and quality product
• Manages on-site coprocessing: Receiving, blending, dosing and handling of alternate fuels.
• Manages off-site preprocessing: Shredding & beneficiation of alternate fuel streams & the logistics of maintaining steady flow of high quality fuel to the Louisville plant.
• Drives Sapphire local team and contractors in respect with CRH Purpose, Value, Vision and Code of Business Conduct
• Oversees the relation with AF and ARM suppliers
• Plans and manages deliveries to plant.
• Tracks incoming AF, ARM shipments and prepare weekly / monthly inventory reconciliations.
• Tracks quality of services provided: to plant: on time, in full deliveries, in quality specifications of the AF, ARM and invoiced correctly suppliers: on time, in full deliveries, invoiced correctly and use of AFand ARM according to signed contracts
• Manages any out of specs deliveries minimizing impact on suppliers' plant operations
• Acts as Point of Contact in communication between supplier and plant teams
• Manages Sapphire operating cost. Coordinates with Plant controller and Sapphire controller to prepare expense budget and monthly reports for Sapphire activity
• Assists Plant controller and Sapphire controller with monthly AF and ARM billing
• Seeks development opportunities to improve local operating conditions: safety, operating cost, logistic, environmental. Locally drives the implementation of the improvement actions for Sapphire
• Plays leading role in onsite ARM & AF trials. Engages with internal technical support services (MTS/GTS) and plant people in planning and executing trials for new AFand ARM. Coordinates supply, processing and blending activity for plant trials.
• Works closely with plant's management team on any Management of Change processes.
• Monitors deliveries of AF and ARM, prepare weekly / monthly inventory reconciliations.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Minimum 2 Year / Associate Degree in trades school in construction management, mechanics, electronics, or related field.
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred
• Minimum 7 years of experience working within a resource recovery or processing site or in an industrial manufacturing or mining environment
• Ability to see initiatives through to completion
• Knowledge of electrical & mechanical principles of equipment used in mineral processing
• Knowledge of process engineering principles
• Proficient computer skills, including email and applications such as SAP and Excel
• Leads for Performance - Demonstrate and foster a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals.
• Communications - communicate with impact and create an environment in which people communicate honestly and openly. Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Analysis and Problem-Solving - Effectively examine events, issues and problems and generate optimal solutions in a timely manner.
• Ability to give clear instructions with appropriate follow-up.
• Organizational skills, maintaining smooth operation of Production activities and projects.
• Strong Troubleshooting skills.
• Adapts and Learns - Work effectively in the face of ambiguity, shifting priorities and rapid change while actively developing one's skills and capabilities.
• Drives Change and Innovation - Champion new ideas and initiatives and create an environment that supports change and innovation.
• Inclusive of diversity - shows respect to diversity of any kind. Actively seek out and consider different perspectives, values team members, and creates an atmosphere where people feel their opinions and contributions improve the company's well-being.

What to expect in a cement environment:

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Sapphire Americas, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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