Assistant Plant Manager
Heidelberg Materials US, Inc.
Heidelberg Materials is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to join our team in Cape Canaveral, FL.
Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.
What you’ll get to doEnsure the Health, Safety and Welfare of all employees, contractors, visitors, and guests.Partner with the Director of Cement Operations to optimize plant performance and reliability by participating in the development of the plant’s objectives while maintaining oversight of daily plant, production operations and Quality assuranceProvide input into plant capital and operating plans and effectively manage budget costs Assume full responsibility for the plant in the Director of Cement Operations’ absence Synchronize production activities with maintenance, process, and quality control activities to make certain that the plant is performing to highest standards. Support emergency call outs as required to maintain 24 hr operationManages the Shift Teams to ensure production requirements are metEnsures the maintenance and operation of equipment is at optimal levels. Collaborates with maintenance manager to minimize equipment downtime. Coordinates, plans, organizes, and oversees the annual plant shut down. Ensures CCC Maintenance initiatives are implementedCollaborate with plant staff to address operating methods, procedures, and opportunities associated with continuous improvement of production quality and efficienciesIdentify and address corresponding training needs of plant staff and ensures that appropriate training is implementedFully support the company’s purchasing initiative and ensure that purchasing policies and contract management policies and procedures are adhered to in the plant. Work in partnership with Region Purchasing personnel regarding the purchase of major equipment and raw materialsOversee the plant Quality Control Department to meet product specifications and production goalsParticipate in community activities to continually promote plant/community relationsEnsure compliance with plant policies & procedures, safety, environmental, state and federal process regulations. Actively support and play a leadership role in the plant’s safety programWhat We Are Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline preferredPreferably a minimum of 5 years of cement plant management experience, with a strong background in operations management and specific experience with Ball Mill, High Pressure Roll Press, and 3rd Generation/O-Sepa machinesWorking knowledge and technical competency in the cement finish grinding process, with emphasis in the Finish Mill systems; Knowledge and experience of process control interlockingManagerial and leadership competencies acquired in progressively more responsible positions with the ability to perform in roles of both plant manager and direct reports on a relief basisFinancial acumen, particularly plant related elements such as income statements, cost reports, capital and operating budgets, and forecastsExcellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills; Ability to make timely, critical decision, without compromising employee safetyWell-developed communication skills, both oral and writtenStrong leadership skills with proven examples of improving employee engagement, morale and performanceProficient with window-based PC software programs MS Office, SAP, and manufacturing related systems and applicationsKnowledge of OSHA regulations and guidelinesPreferred Experience and SkillsExperience at multiple cement plantsStrong technical expertise, trainings, and certificationsWork EnvironmentRole operates in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, and dusty conditionsWhat we have to offerLarge support network to generate successOpportunities to grow within a large global organizationCompetitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive planHighly competitive benefits programs401k retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.
What you’ll get to doEnsure the Health, Safety and Welfare of all employees, contractors, visitors, and guests.Partner with the Director of Cement Operations to optimize plant performance and reliability by participating in the development of the plant’s objectives while maintaining oversight of daily plant, production operations and Quality assuranceProvide input into plant capital and operating plans and effectively manage budget costs Assume full responsibility for the plant in the Director of Cement Operations’ absence Synchronize production activities with maintenance, process, and quality control activities to make certain that the plant is performing to highest standards. Support emergency call outs as required to maintain 24 hr operationManages the Shift Teams to ensure production requirements are metEnsures the maintenance and operation of equipment is at optimal levels. Collaborates with maintenance manager to minimize equipment downtime. Coordinates, plans, organizes, and oversees the annual plant shut down. Ensures CCC Maintenance initiatives are implementedCollaborate with plant staff to address operating methods, procedures, and opportunities associated with continuous improvement of production quality and efficienciesIdentify and address corresponding training needs of plant staff and ensures that appropriate training is implementedFully support the company’s purchasing initiative and ensure that purchasing policies and contract management policies and procedures are adhered to in the plant. Work in partnership with Region Purchasing personnel regarding the purchase of major equipment and raw materialsOversee the plant Quality Control Department to meet product specifications and production goalsParticipate in community activities to continually promote plant/community relationsEnsure compliance with plant policies & procedures, safety, environmental, state and federal process regulations. Actively support and play a leadership role in the plant’s safety programWhat We Are Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline preferredPreferably a minimum of 5 years of cement plant management experience, with a strong background in operations management and specific experience with Ball Mill, High Pressure Roll Press, and 3rd Generation/O-Sepa machinesWorking knowledge and technical competency in the cement finish grinding process, with emphasis in the Finish Mill systems; Knowledge and experience of process control interlockingManagerial and leadership competencies acquired in progressively more responsible positions with the ability to perform in roles of both plant manager and direct reports on a relief basisFinancial acumen, particularly plant related elements such as income statements, cost reports, capital and operating budgets, and forecastsExcellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills; Ability to make timely, critical decision, without compromising employee safetyWell-developed communication skills, both oral and writtenStrong leadership skills with proven examples of improving employee engagement, morale and performanceProficient with window-based PC software programs MS Office, SAP, and manufacturing related systems and applicationsKnowledge of OSHA regulations and guidelinesPreferred Experience and SkillsExperience at multiple cement plantsStrong technical expertise, trainings, and certificationsWork EnvironmentRole operates in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, and dusty conditionsWhat we have to offerLarge support network to generate successOpportunities to grow within a large global organizationCompetitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive planHighly competitive benefits programs401k retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
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