Position responsibilities (key duties, scope of position, goals, expectations, skill requirements, travel requirements):

·         Participates as a key member of the plant leadership team to create a high performance culture.

·         Oversee creation and maintenance of a safety-conscious workforce including ensuring housekeeping is a daily priority.

·         Ensure all quality and environmental standards are met including ISO certification processes.

·         Provide leadership and technical expertise on process related issues.

·         Responsible for developing and managing the production budget.

·         Work closely with maintenance, off-site quarry and quality teams to provide leadership, guidance, and direction for plant operations to ensure alignment to plant and company goals.

·         Direct and manage resources in the areas of process improvement, safety, environmental, and quality.

·         Provide performance feedback and prepare annual evaluations/development plans for direct reports; oversee annual evaluations/development plans for all individuals in the production area.

·         Ensure optimization of all processes in the production department.

·         Participate in community and public relations activities when necessary, some travel required.

 Educational Requirements:

·         Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline preferred; advanced technical degree or MBA desired

 Position Dimensions (i.e., communication skills, planning, teamwork, technical knowledge, leadership, initiative): 

·         Excellent leadership and coaching skills.

·         Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

·         Capable of being a change agent by providing a vision and motivating others to follow.

·         Customer focused.

·         Decision making abilities.

·         Results-oriented.

·         Team-oriented and able to collaborate across functional areas.

·         Demonstrated skills in planning, organizational and resource management.

 Other Related Experiences Required:

·         Seven to ten years cement manufacturing or related industry experience preferred.

·         Cement chemistry and process knowledge preferred.

·         Strong computer skills required, including Excel, Word, Project, etc.

·         Must understand both engineering and business principles.