What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Plant position at Central Plains Cement?
Objectives:
Is responsible for the health and safety within the plant operations. Will provide the plant organization with leadership, guidance, strategic planning and execution in the short term and long-term operation of the plant to ensure that defined goals of the plant are achieved and sustained.
Organization Structure:
The Plant Manager oversees the Production, Maintenance, Quarrying, Quality, and Purchasing functions within the plant and reports directly to the Vice President.
Nature and Scope
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Responsible for the day-to-day performance and overall management of the plant.
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Ensures the health and safety of employees, contractors, and visitors.
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Accountable for monthly and annual performance against the approved operating budget and forecasts.
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Partners with all department managers to identify and implement strategic plans for continuous operational improvement.
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Ensures adherence to Eagle Materials’ corporate manufacturing doctrines and operating standards.
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Maintains full compliance with all governmental regulations, permits, and environmental requirements.
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Develops and manages monthly and annual cost forecasts for the plant.
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Oversees employee development and succession planning initiatives across all departments.
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Coaches, counsels, and supports direct reports on performance and behavioral issues, serving as a visible role model for leadership and integrity.
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Collaborates with Maintenance and Production teams to troubleshoot and resolve operational and mechanical issues.
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Implements and maintains a positive employee relations environment designed to maximize productivity and engagement.
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Reviews operating performance to ensure conformance with schedules, cost, quality, and inventory targets; develops corrective actions when needed.
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Ensures timely execution of all action plans and achievement of results.
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Balances priorities across safety, quality, environmental compliance, production, and cost objectives.
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Promotes continuous environmental performance improvement, consistent with the Eagle Environmental Policy.
Specific Accountabilities:
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Achievement of production and shipping commitments.
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Attainment of product quality standards (MQOs).
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Compliance with budgetary and forecasted cost targets.
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Operation within all applicable environmental permits (air, water, waste).
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Maintenance of outstanding safety performance, measured through MSHA incidence rate, S&S citations, and internal safety metrics.
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Completion of annual training and development plan goals for plant personnel.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required; Master’s in Business or Engineering preferred.
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Ideal candidate needs to have a good foundation in maintenance.
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Proven leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
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Excellent planning, organizational, and time management abilities.
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Strong computer proficiency and analytical skills.
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Demonstrated follow-through and accountability.
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Prior cement manufacturing experience required.