Argos, with over 80 years in the market, has become a benchmark in the industry of cement, ready mix concrete and aggregates through our operations in Colombia, the United States, Central America and the Caribbean. Our business model focuses on the client and on sustainable development, which means it is economically viable, respects people, and is environmentally friendly and responsible.

As a leader in its industry, Argos USA changes lives through the construction of building materials that encourage the dreams of millions around the U.S.

We are a team of talented individuals connected and united by the superior purpose of transforming the future through sustainable construction. We promote our employee's growth thanks to continuous learning and the challenges we all face in a dynamic, innovative, respectful and inclusive environment where the balance between work and life is paramount. We are diverse, creative and committed; working together while being supported by Argos’ competitive benefits program.

Join our experience, explore your possibilities and transform the future with us!

**This position is 100% on-site**

General purpose of the job

To manage the production department so that all sections operate as one cohesive unit. Oversee equipment optimization, utilization and reliability while maintaining quality, compliance with environmental limitation, and within or under budgeted costs. The Production Manager also manages the process department to support, communicate, and coordinate the plants needs regarding Process and Engineering issues while continuously seeking to optimization and bring about continuous improvement

Individual accountabilities

• Must be proven as a successful Production Manager in the cement manufacturing industry.
• The long term scheduling, supervision of the plant production, maintaining quality, environmental compliance, and safety are the prime tasks.
• The incumbent is responsible to prepare the annual budget for his departments in conjunctions with the Plant Controller and to monitor the performance relative to the budget on a monthly basis.
• He is responsible to develop necessary capital expenditures within his department to maintain and improve productivity.
• He is a major contributor to the three-year technical plan.
• Maintaining a sound working relationship with the hourly employees and the union executive within the confines of the Collective Agreement.
• The incumbent must be knowledgeable in all facets of operation in the cement plant.
• He should be able to replace any of his subordinates if and when required.
• He must keep abreast of new technology and be receptive to new ideas as well as running test trials when required.
• The incumbent helps prepare and ensures that all departments are developing their people through training and communication.
• He holds regular communication meetings with his peers and subordinates and ensures the information is getting down to lower levels.
• Must be available “on-call” on a rotating basis with other members of the plant staff.
• He assesses the performance of his staff through regular discussions, objectives and year-end performance review.
• The Production Manager must ensure that all his subordinates are working safely and in an environmentally acceptable manner at all times through regular monthly safety meetings, reviews, and on the job coaching. He must take a leadership role in the plant safety program and actively insist on environmental compliance with all permits and other regulatory requirements.
• Work with Stores and Purchasing Department to establish necessary spare parts and inventory levels.
• Provide the Controller with monthly accruals related to the Production Department.
• Responsible for reviewing plant operating performances to ensure adherence for reviewing to corporate technical plans, quality standards, optimum production practices.
• Responsible for developing product and manufacturing improvement proposals, presenting cost justifications for these and other capital improvements.
• Responsible for developing organizational improvements and technical understanding.
• Responsible for developing and implementing optimization plans and proposals in conjunction with other department managers.
• Responsible for developing and implementing optimization plans and proposals regarding automation.

Education

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.

Technical knowledge and certifications

Experience in cement and process manufacturing or related industry.

Area of experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in cement and process manufacturing or related industry.
• Must be a proven successful Production Manager in the cement manufacturing industry.
• Experience in Quality systems and processes.

Languages

English C1

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity in all aspects of our business.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,582.00 - $135,531.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: On the road