Quarry Foreperson
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Competitive Pay | Career Growth | Safety First
Why Join Us
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a full suite of health, vision, and dental insurance to support your well-being and that of your family.
- Retirement Planning: 401(k) program available to help you invest in your future.
- Paid Time Off: Generous paid vacation and holidays, so you can recharge and maintain a work-life balance.
- Growth Opportunities: Develop your leadership skills in a supportive environment that invests in your professional development.
- Safety Commitment: Work in a company that puts safety above all else, following the highest standards (OSHA/MSHA).
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values communication, trust, and innovation.
Position Overview
Step into a vital leadership role, responsible for the quarry’s day-to-day operations. You’ll coordinate with the Quarry Superintendent and Maintenance Foreman to ensure smooth operations, quality control, and effective scheduling of maintenance. Your expertise will drive production efficiency, uphold safety standards, and foster a positive work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Champion and maintain a safe workplace for yourself and your team members.
- Lead by example in adhering to company policies and all OSHA/MSHA regulations.
- Oversee daily maintenance and coordinate major repairs with the maintenance team.
- Communicate issues promptly to the Superintendent, Safety Manager, or HR Manager.
- Motivate, schedule, and supervise quarry personnel; manage time and attendance.
- Train team members in equipment operation, servicing, and minor repairs to build cross-functional expertise.
- Step in to assist with hands-on labor when needed, demonstrating commitment to collective success.
- Maintain reliable and regular attendance for consistent operations.
- Contribute to other duties as assigned, growing your skillset and value to the team.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Two years of related quarry or industrial experience and/or training preferred.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Pass pre-employment physical, drug screening, and a criminal background check.
- Demonstrate strict adherence to safety policies and procedures as outlined in our Employee Handbook.
- Display a team-oriented mindset and willingness to support colleagues and supervisors.
- Flexibility to travel and work away from home as necessary.
- Availability for night and weekend shifts when required.
- Commitment to wearing PPE (Face Shield, Hard Toe Safety Shoes, Coveralls) in designated areas as mandated by OSHA/MSHA.
Knowledge & Skills
- Solid understanding of materials, methods, and tools involved in plant maintenance.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Capacity to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
- Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently with others.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
- Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
- Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
- Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
- Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
- Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Ready to Build the Future?
If you aspire to lead, inspire, and shape the future of quarry operations, apply today. Join us and make your mark in a role where your skills, safety mindset, and leadership will be celebrated and rewarded.