Plant Foreperson; Internal - Gretna, NE

Plant Foreperson

Founded 150 years ago by a Civil War veteran and pioneer, Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc., A CRH Company, is a major regional supplier of concrete and building materials with 15 locations across Nebraska and Iowa, serving areas in central and northeastern Nebraska, southeastern South Dakota, and western Iowa.

Position Overview

The foreperson supervises and coordinates the activities of workers engaged in the manufacturing of ready-mix concrete, hot-mix asphalt and/or the mining of aggregates. Responsibilities including but not limited to quality control, delivery of materials and the safety of all employees.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Manages, and communicates with Area Managers and Operations Manager issues affecting personnel, safety, maintenance, production efficiency, product quality, current and upcoming projects, competition and pricing.
• Manage plant or location in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable employment laws. This includes training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding employees, disciplining employees, long term personnel development and succession planning, as well as addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensures compliance with City, State and Federal regulations in all areas. Including Hours of Service.
• Works with the Quality Control Department to ensure products meet production and project specifications.
• Conducts weekly safety meetings and other employee correspondence as required.
• Performs and documents safety, production and compliance reporting.
• Reviews and submits payroll as well as maintains related documentation.
• Organizes and accounts for daily delivery and raw material tickets, fuel consumption and mileage sheets.
• Ensures received raw materials are accounted for and correctly inventoried in batch computers and during monthly inventory counts.
• Assist with other duties and projects as 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in the operation of asphalt, aggregate or ready mixed concrete facilities or other related industry preferred. Experience using Track It, Video Driving Review Software, Command or similar software preferred.

Work Requirements

Must be 18 years in age or older. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to travel on occasion and work evenings and weekends when necessary. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

Ability to read and interpret documents such as delivery tickets, safety rules and procedure manuals as well as carry out written or verbal instructions. Willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities. Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally. Effective interpersonal and communication skills;

building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback. Basic knowledge of labor and employment laws. Demonstrated ability to train, motive and lead employees. Demonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach; work well in a team. Must be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software. Must be able to utilize internet and communicate effectively.

Physical Requirements

Able to communicate with others by email, telephone and in person. Able to utilize a computer for processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and…