The Leadman role will partner with the Plant Manager in managing the production aggregate operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. This role will focus on safety, production, maintenance, quality, environmental and other production related activities. This position will report directly to the Plant Manager and in the absence of the Plant Manager, will report into the Area Manager.
Essential Functions
Plan and direct daily mining operations in coordination with Plant Manager
Review daily equipment inspection reports and respond accordingly
Monitor all plant personnel to make sure all training, safety, production and staffing needs are being met
Provide mentoring and coaching to employees. Works with Plant Manager to address personnel issues. Helps Plant Manager with identifying and developing talent at each plant site
Assist in scheduling and monitoring fixed and mobile equipment maintenance programs, making sure the plant personnel are properly trained on maintenance standards
Identify, assess, prioritize and resolve production quality and employee related problems
Participates in monthly production/planning meetings as well as weekly safety meetings
Monitor mobile and fixed equipment needs, working with plant and equipment operators in making sure the proper replacement and repair parts are on hand to minimize downtime and maximize production
Ability to fill in as needed in a variety of plant positions, other duties as assigned
Education Qualifications
Required High School or Equivalent
Experience Qualifications
5+ years industry related experience, preferably in the aggregate field
Skills and Abilities
Industry related experience preferred
Knowledge of safety and environmental rules and regulations (MSHA)
Knowledge and awareness of site hazards. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Requires use of computer equipment and technology
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, and other software preferred
Good organization skills; excellent problem-solving skills and practices
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record Required
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time
Work environment will be both indoors in an office and outside in the quarry or plant. In the office employee will occasionally be required to sit at a desk or operator's station. In the outside setting employee will perform activities at various heights, around moving machinery, be exposed to dust, fumes and gases; may be required to use hand tools or power tools. Outside setting will expose employee to changes in temperature/humidity and will require walking on uneven surfaces. May be required to climb steps, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, crawl or reach above shoulders to accomplish functions of job. Position will require ability to operate automobile within plant site as well as on the open road which would require the use of both feet as well as being able to walk or climb
Position requires ability to work at multiple sites depending on business needs, flexibility to work long hours, and travel as needed
About US Aggregates
US Aggregates is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. With over 20 operations across Indiana, US Aggregates has been a customer-focused, innovative provider of high-quality essential stone, sand and gravel used in road construction, site prep and utilities, agriculture and erosion control. The company also specializes in industrial minerals like dolomitic and high-calcium products. Since 1967, US Aggregates has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality and community. US Aggregates is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.usagg.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
