Supervisor Block Plant

Job Summary

Responsible for supervising production of a quality product at acceptable cost levels. Responsibilities include the efficient and effective utilization of human resources, plant and equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Hire, train and supervise an adequate number of employees to meet the needs of plant operations
• Based on sales and inventory needs, schedule block plant production
• Insures proper maintenance of plant production equipment to minimize lost production time. This includes maintaining adequate spare parts inventory
• Orders raw materials to meet production and inventory needs
• Insures safe work practice by all block plant employees
• Insures that production meets or exceeds established quality standards
• Maintain positive customer relations by responding to, and resolving complaints
• From time to time, may be requested to assist other block operations employees to solve complaints
• Perform routine mechanical / electrical repairs and preventative maintenance
• Perform troubleshooting and problem solving as needed
• Prepare daily production reports, down time reports, and other paperwork as required using CEMEX required computerized forms and systems
• Responsible for filing and documentation systems
• Order supplies, parts, and materials required for operations
• Perform moisture analysis on aggregates daily; adjust mixes for moisture content
• Batch and adjust mix designs as required
• Train and cross-train plant personnel as required
• Perform plant startup and closing procedures
• Responsible for maintaining quality block production
• Performing bulk and physical inventories
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Associate degree and / or equivalent in related areas
• 5 years experience in a production supervisory role
• A working knowledge of all aspects of control circuits
• Metal fabrication (welding and cutting)
• A basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic controls and assemblies
• Knowledge of mix design and material requirements
• Basic OSHA requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Previous Production Management, Plant Manager, and Maintenance Management experience preferred
• 3 years operations experience in continuous process

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good communication and human resources skills are required
• Strong maintenance knowledge / skills; strong electrical trouble-shooting skills
• Possess management skills
• Experience with the types of production equipment being used in the production process
• Familiar with the mill supply industry with respect to parts and purchasing
• Background in electrical and electronics areas
• Field experience with construction and particularly with the site contractors
• Possess background with experience in materials engineering
• Has the ability to motivate the production team

Working Conditions

• Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors
• Must wear protective equipment while at the location

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, turning, climbing to a significant degree and / or pulling of controls
• Heavy Work : Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees / visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment
• Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
• Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently. Job involves sitting most of the time, but also involves walking or standing for brief periods of time
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees / visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment
• Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and / or pulling of controls

Legal Notices

CEMEX is an EEO / AA (equal opportunity / affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws.

CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer.

Arizona Smoke-Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona’s Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes 36-601.01). Smoking and / or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and / or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX.

CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Holiday Pay, as well as a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well.

You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well-Being page. (

EEO Statement - En Español

CEMEX es una institución EEO / AA (igualdad de oportunidad / acción afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientación sexual, información genética, identidad de género, o expresión de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.