Aggregate Lead

The Aggregate Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of aggregate production and customer load out, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards are met. This role provides hands-on leadership to production teams, coordinates with maintenance and operational staff, and ensures compliance with company policies and industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of aggregate production processes, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in operations.

• Lead and mentor a team of production workers, ensuring alignment with daily goals and operational priorities.
• Participate and facilitate regular safety briefings and on-site inspections to identify hazards, monitor compliance with personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, and enforce proper protocols to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture, ensuring that employees are motivated and held accountable for their work.
• Provide hands-on leadership, walking the pit and plant regularly to monitor operations, address issues, and communicate with team members directly.
• Set clear expectations and establish performance goals for the team, focusing on efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Foster an environment where team members feel empowered to report unsafe conditions, near misses, or unsafe behavior without fear of retribution, ensuring that corrective actions are taken promptly to maintain a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot operational issues (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic) and collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Provide management with recommendations on maintenance plans while troubleshooting and resolving issues from an operational perspective.

• Communicate regularly with management to align production goals, discuss equipment needs, and address any operational concerns.
• Conduct follow-ups with management to ensure maintenance tasks are completed and production schedules are being met.
• Work closely with management to gather feedback on operational challenges and implement solutions to improve efficiency.
• Support the coordination of operations across shifts.

• Ensure that all operations are conducted in compliance with environmental regulations and internal company standards.
• Monitor and manage production quality to consistently meet industry and customer specifications.
• Ensure environmental compliance and support sustainable operational practices.

• Oversee the daily production schedule to ensure the consistent and timely delivery of materials, meeting the high demand for products.
• Continuously assess production processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to increase output and reduce inefficiencies.
• Ensure finished products meet or exceed specifications and customer requirements.
• Track key performance metrics and adjust processes as necessary to maintain production goals and operational excellence.

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by seeking opportunities to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and implement new technologies or methods.
• Identify and address skill gaps, providing training and development opportunities for team members to improve their performance and capabilities.
• Take proactive steps to resolve challenges, consistently striving for operational excellence and a high level of team performance.

• Experience in aggregate production or surface mining operations.
• 2 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a mining or production environment is preferred.
• Strong operational knowledge of aggregate production processes, equipment, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Proven track record of meeting production goals and optimizing operations for maximum efficiency.
• Familiarity with MSHA safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to obtain or currently possess a Foreman’s License.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.