Plant Maintenance Supervisor - Quarry (2Nd Shift)

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our people and our values. We strongly believe in positively impacting our communities through our products, our actions, and our financial support.

Being a part of the Dolese team affords a unique opportunity to join an organization that rewards its owners through profit sharing. Our employees are one of our most important resources, which is why we promise to deliver.

Dolese Delivers:

• Stable Foundation

• Treat with Respect

• Safe Environments

• Employee Focus

JOB SUMMARY

The Quarry Supervisor is responsible for supervising and managing the performance of day-to-day operational activities which may include pit and/or plant production (primary, secondary, chip plant, wash plant, etc.) as well as plant and mobile equipment maintenance. This position will assist the Superintendent and/or Operations Manager in all aspects of his/her duties including, but not limited to, taking a personal role in the continued improvement of the safety program through training and development in accordance with the company's safety policies and procedures, MSHA, and other regulations, cost projections and continuous improvement justifications, hiring, discipline, and performance evaluations for hourly employees, meeting production and cost goals, quality control, and other functions as assigned by management. This role works the 2nd shift from 4pm - 4am.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow all company policies and local, state, and federal regulations for safe working procedures

• Take a personal role in the safety program by developing relevant topics for catwalk conversations, driving the conversations, and following the program outline in its entirety

• Promote and support the plant safety advocate(s) in their duties

• Ensure all hourly employees under his/her area of responsibility receive competent task training to safely perform his/her job duties

• Ensure all safety training is properly documented in a timely manner

• Complete all necessary reporting requirements in a timely manner

• Promote and enforce attendance requirements, observe employee behavior, and participate in catwalk conversations

• Schedule employee duties and adjust to changes during the shift based on production demands

• Directly supervise all daily activities of assigned hourly production, maintenance, and support personnel

• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure all safety, maintenance, and plant cleanup items are addressed correctly and in a timely manner

• Assist with screening, interviewing, and hiring hourly personnel

• Conduct positive contact coaching and performance improvement discussions with all hourly employees under his/her area of responsibility and properly document discussions in a timely manner

• Constantly evaluate all processes and procedures and give recommendations that will optimize operations

• Assist with all environmental reporting and sampling requirements

• Ensure all plant and mobile equipment on site are properly maintained

• Evaluate and interpret plant and mobile equipment preventative maintenance oil samples and make necessary corrections as needed

• Work closely with drilling and blasting contractors to plan and coordinate all drilling and blasting operations

• Work closely with all vendors as needed to evaluate performance of existing and new products

• Work closely with all vendors as needed to develop information for cost justification of capital improvements and optimization of operating processes and procedures

• Conduct monthly stockpile inventories and adjust inventory balances

• Regular, reliable attendance at the worksite or assigned work location

• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Associate's degree in a related field with a willingness to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Mining, Engineering, or Construction Management or a Bachelor's degree in Mining, Engineering, or Construction Management preferred

• At least 3 years' experience in aggregate mining operations or equivalent other experience required

• Previous supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proven ability to lead others with or without formal reporting authority, with a strong level of confidentiality

• Good leadership skills and the ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude that fosters effective relationships

• Have a positive attitude and proactive approach towards our safety program

• Possess a safe work history

• General understanding of blasting, crushers, screens, conveyors, and associated processing equipment

• Knowledge of quality control procedures and ability to make necessary changes to meet gradations

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Good computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Good math skills and ability to figure stockpile volumes, conveyor belt speeds, sheave speeds, etc.

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Currently possess and maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform duties of position

• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including swing shift, graveyard shift, and weekends as required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 100 lbs. of weight frequently

• Ability to work near, around, or on light and heavy equipment

• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders

• Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects

• Ability to use vibration producing tools frequently

• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions

• Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing/walking/sitting

• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces

EEO Statement:

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital or protected veteran status. Dolese provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.