Portable Crushing Plant Supervisor - Wall Lake, IA

Job ID:  516546

Hallett Materials, a CRH company, was established in 1918.  Hallett Materials produces quality aggregates with a firm belief in customer service.  The materials produced by Hallett Materials are used in the construction of new highways, bridges and buildings as well as landscaping and maintenance projects.

Position Overview

The Portable Crushing Plant Supervisor is primarily responsible for leading the daily production and assisting with the daily, monthly and annual operations and maintenance of the crushing and screen plant.  In addition will be responsible for the plant operators including but not limited to safety, coaching, discipline of employees, production efficiencies and quality control.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Promote a safe working culture for all employees; work with safety and field personnel to minimize risk and increase safety for employees at all times.
• Responsible for daily operations including safe production, quality, customer focus and maintaining the integrity of the safety and environmental systems within company’s operations for asphalt, aggregates, construction and equipment.
• Build effective teams and pead personal performance management, training and development, succession planning
• Ensure that all crews have the tools and training to operate safely at all times and that all federal, state and local laws concerning safety, environment and other applicable areas are adhered to.
• Monitor/control the portable crushing plant through administrative direction of direct reports  to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Assist in Continuous Plant Improvement through use of performance standards.
• Assist with plant and equipment preventative maintenance programs.
• Assist in the daily operations of aggregates production and projects utilizing fabrication equipment.
• Perform daily safety checks of all equipment and plant operations to stay in compliance with OSHA and/or MSHA
• Perform general labor tasks as needed.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience and/or training in a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience in the heavy construction industry or aggregates production industry helpful.
• Valid Driver’s License (DL) and satisfactory driving record is required.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must maintain current driver’s license that meets state requirements
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be able to be flexible and work varied hours including mornings, evenings, holidays and or weekends as needed. Travel will be required (50% +).
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as being able to work independently with attention to detail.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Understand and execute oral and written directions.
• Demonstrated success in managing large group of employees.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Project management skills.
• High standard of ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Strong work ethic and high standards for safety in the workplace.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving and receiving feedback.
• Must be able to use basic business ethics, data review and reconciliation techniques. 
• Be able to use basic arithmetic, a calculator and knowledge of cash handling proceduresProven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• May require standing on hard surfaces for extended periods of time
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to climb ladders and to work at heights as well as work in tight quarters
• Ability to frequently talk, hear, walk, and sit as well as occasionally required to stand, reach use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to the 50 lbs

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  A variety of noise levels, adverse weather conditions, and complex job sites are to be expected daily. Proper clothing, PPE (personal protective equipment), and safety precautions should be taken to ensure your safety, and the safety of others in all conditions. 

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.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest! 

Hallett Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability