Vulcan Materials Company

Pit Supervisor

LocationColumbus, GA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Pit Supervisor


- 250000SG


Summary Description of Position

The Pit Supervisor assists the Plant Manager in managing production operations to achieve optimum utilization at the lowest operating cost. This position ensures a safe working environment by enforcing the company’s safety policies and procedures, MSHA, OSHA, and other regulations. The individual is responsible for supervising the production and maintenance of hourly employees. Is also responsible for directing and coordinating employees' daily activities and providing oversight of the safety, quality control, plant efficiencies, and preventative maintenance of the plant and equipment. Education, Experience, Skills Required:

Education:

High School Diploma required. BS / BA degree, Associate's degree, or an equivalent combination of training and work experience preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years experience in processing and maintenance. One (1) year of supervisory experience is preferred. Construction materials industry experience preferred.




Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of modern principles and practices of supervising production employees; knowledge and understanding of a plant operation (aggregate, asphalt, ready mix, sales yard); ability to be hands-on and perform repair work when called upon; able to understand interpret, and apply policies and procedures; knowledge and understanding of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations; able to motivate and reward employees; able to develop and establish performance measurements for the department; good organization and business planning skills; excellent problem solving skills and practices; good computer skills; able to analyze and solve business problems; able to establish practices and develop resources to meet or exceed goals and objectives.

Essential Functions

Supervises activities of hourly production and maintenance employees. May perform hands-on repair work when necessary
Participates in the recruitment process, which may include screening and hiring hourly production and maintenance employees
Schedules production requirements to support daily, weekly, and monthly sales forecasts to meet customer’s needs
The Individual provides coaching and disciplinary counseling to employees under his or her area of responsibility (includes employee relations and administration of collective bargaining agreements)
Ensures that employees receive proper training and instructions to perform job duties
Schedule and assign employee’s work based on production needs (manpower planning)
Administers and enforces Company and Area policies and procedures
Works with SHE department and Company officials to promote a safe work environment that meets all State and Federal rules and regulations and ensures that the plant meets all SHE policies and practices at the site location
Works closely with salespeople and customers to ensure that Area products meet customer needs and expectations (including customer visits)
Works on the implementation of cost-saving programs and/or continuous improvement activities to reduce costs and improve operating efficiency
Participates in Operations short and long-range business planning
Attends daily production meetings on the daily running and operations of the plant
Participate in plant inspections regularly.
Other duties may be assigned as required.


Other Requirements

Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, sit, and walk for long periods of time.
Must be able to drive a pick-up truck on a daily basis.
Ability to use computerized equipment and technology to analyze an operational performance and make decisions based on data that optimizes efficiencies while meeting production needs.
Work environment will be both indoors in an office and outside in the quarry or plant. In the office employee will occasionally be required to sit at a desk or operator's station. In the outside setting employee will perform activities in unprotected heights, around moving machinery, be exposed to dust, fumes and gases; may be required to use hand tools or power tools. Outside setting will expose employee to changes in temperature/humidity and will require walking on uneven surfaces.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Travel required: 10%
Ability to work in a stressful, deadline-oriented environment that requires complex, technical information and decision-making. Must be able to present complex information clearly and concisely.


Behavioral Expectations:

Ownership Mentality*: Assumes responsibility and makes decisions within own level of authority.

Good Judgment*: Knows when to stand tough and when to be flexible. Sees the big picture and the ramifications of ones' actions.

Strong Work Ethic:* Uses time efficiently, finds the answers, and makes sure the situation is taken care of correctly. Business Understanding:* Thorough understanding of Vulcan’s business purpose. Recognizes business constraints - what is and is not possible at certain times or positions. Resourceful:* Deals skillfully and promptly with new situations. Working Smart:* Gets the job done right and completes the first time; understands the full question/objective presented.

Critical Competencies: Leadership Skills: Acts decisively and supports all aspects of the company in working together to accomplish Vulcan's objectives, vision, mission, and values. Trusts and allows people to do their jobs, holding them accountable for the full extent of their responsibilities.

Results-oriented: Sets challenging goals (individual and organizational), tracks performance, and ensures that all projects/tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.

Team Player: Establishes trust with team members, stating clear expectations and accountabilities. Recognizes group morale and acts to protect or build as necessary.

Problem Prevention/Solving: Asks a series of probing questions to go beyond surface issues and fully understand the components of a problem and its root causes.

Product Knowledge:Understands and can explain succinctly Vulcan’s products and/or services, including their composition, features, benefits, and limitations.

Safety-Oriented:Sets a safety tone for all activities; upholds the highest standards for protecting people and the environment Job Plant Management Primary Location Georgia-Columbus Organization GM - SOUTH GA Schedule Full-time Job Posting Apr 28, 2025, 2:32:57 PM

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