Lead Plant Operator - Wall Lake, IA

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Hallett Materials, a CRH company, was established in 1918. Hallett Materials produces quality aggregates with a firm belief in customer service. The materials produced by Hallett Materials are used in the construction of new highways, bridges and buildings as well as landscaping and maintenance projects.

The Lead Plant Operator serves as a skilled leader responsible for managing the daily operations at the designated aggregate location. This role includes overseeing production and loadout of materials at the aggregate plant. While primarily focused on supervisory duties, occasional participation in general labor or equipment operation may be required.

• Manages, and communicates with the Plant Manager or Area Manager, issues affecting personnel, safety, maintenance, production efficiency, product quality, current and upcoming projects.
• Follow all OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures. Follow all company policies including safety, quality, HR and CRH Life Saving standards.
• Conduct daily safety checks, area, and facility inspections. Complete and maintain required reports and records.
• Operate equipment and perform tasks according to job and environmental standards.
• Accurately document time, material use, and production. Optimize output through skilled operation and effective supervision.
• Communicate maintenance needs and complete work orders promptly. Perform routine maintenance, including cleaning, repairs, and welding. Communicate additional maintenance requirements to plant manager.
• Provide management updates and alert them to urgent issues.
• Lead employee meetings, including daily T-5 meetings, address employees’ safety concerns and conduct HR and safety training as needed.
• Efficiently operate heavy machinery and maximize plant production. Fill in for crew when needed and where required.
• Identify hazards, follow instructions, and accurately complete paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• One to three years’ related experience required. Three to five years aggregate-related experience is preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must obtain and maintain DOT certifications required to sample Aggregates as required by state regulations.

• 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.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral 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.
• Demonstrated ability to train, motivate and lead employees.
• Demonstrate a strong dedication to meeting the needs and expectations of our internal and external customers.
• High degree of drive, initiative and motivation. Action-oriented and results-oriented.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback.
• Ability to read, comprehend and provide guidance on policies instructions, plant site maps, etc.
• Must be proficient in Outlook, Word and Excel and other required computer programs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met…