What are the responsibilities and job description for the Working Foreman position at Barrett Industries?
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the concrete plant, along with the coordination of drivers engaged in the delivery of concrete.
Safety
Participating actively in company safety programs, including Safety Huddles, one-on-one safety conversations, and reporting of close calls
Fostering the safety culture by making good / safe decisions
Following all safety policies and procedures, including LOTOTO, Motor Vehicle Policy, Drug & Alcohol Policy, etc
Quality
Identifying and capturing opportunities for improvement in equipment maintainability and reliability
Ensuring consistency in the product
Incorporating the proper raw materials
Ensuring consistence in controls
Functional Technical Skills
Receiving orders for concrete
Coordinating and scheduling concrete deliveries
Enter all orders into Command Alkon within 1 hour of order received.
like locking up at night fuel and gate.
Also taking accurate inventory every month,
making daily deposit and managing payments.
Ensuring customers get accurate product and pricing based on their bid or request
Minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment productivity
Coordinating preventive maintenance on plant, including planning, documenting, and recording of scheduled maintenance.
Coordinating necessary repairs outside of preventive maintenance
Maintaining the cleanliness of the plant- inside the operator’s shack and outside
Maintaining an adequate inventory of materials, including additives, fuel, and cement to meet daily production needs, and report accurate monthly inventory.
Ensuring the efficient operation of the plant in terms of fuel and power usage
Responding to breakdowns in a timely manner preventative measures and improve reliability
Diagnosing faults in the plant and correcting them in a timely manner
Assist Plants Manager, Shop Manager and location Superintendents in establishment of maintenance budgets and maintenance procedures
Maintain Shop and Mfg Equip. reporting (mobile and stationary) in JDE
Manages stocks of supplies and equipment for maintenance
Operates Ready Mix trucks as circumstances require to aide in the efficiency of delivery, or plant closure
Teamwork / Communication
While the job description outlines the key responsibilities, it is not an extensive list, and the role may evolve to include new task and challenges.
Ensuring an open line of communication between the Plant Superintendent, Quality Control, and Ready Mix Drivers
Ensuring high level of customer service, building positive relationships with customers
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Mechanical skills and understanding
Ability to use computers and software
Good coordination and communication skills
Aptitude for hands-on work
Excellent people and customer service skills
Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions
Strong problem solving skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Proven ability to work with others as a team
Responsible, reliable, and dependable
Education And Minimum Experience
GED or high school diploma
Experience in a similar role in plant operation and coordination of schedules
Valid Commercial Driver’s License B
Working Conditions And Physical Demands
Variable hours and shifts (including Saturdays as needed)
Work in varying weather conditions
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Sit for hours at a time
Ability to climb ladders, stand, walk, sit, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
Out of town travel possible w / trainings / seminars
Operates small tools, as well as performs maintenance on plants
Exposed to mechanical equipment and moving mechanical parts, high places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration
Noise level is moderate
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