Process Improvement Specialist

Job Description

Job Summary
Develop and provide training; such as HALOS, for plant operations management/supervisors. Establish benchmarks and implement loading methods/training for proper working pit floors. Develop mobile equipment operator standards. Provide manlift, boom truck, crane and any other specialty equipment training. Attend training classes to keep abreast of latest operator techniques and technologies. Work with and coach mobile equipment operators as needed.

Essential Functions
• Participate in production planning with local management with understanding of possible growth areas.
• Visit facilities
• Measure and correct haul road defects; such as, grade, crown, slope/crossfall drainage, width, berms, etc.
• Measure and analyze loading and hauling cycle times.
• Assist plant supervision with developing proper haul roads, working floors, and implementing pit improvement projects.
• Work with Mine Planning and Drilling & Blasting support groups to identify and implement short term pit development projects.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn the operation of new software programs. Understanding of VMC EMS system, Loadrite, Vision-Link, and drone supported pit analysis software.
• Ability to anticipate, plan and coordinate projects, and proactively think through hypothetical "what if" scenarios to develop contingency plans.
• Audit mobile equipment safety, operating practices, and utilization.
• Maintain relationships with the general managers, area managers, and plant managers in your assigned plants. Work with them to define, develop, share, and drive implementation of agreed upon best practices.

Critical Competencies
• Health, Safety and Environmental Management - Implements and uphold policies and practices that ensure workplace safety, promote employee well-being, and minimize environmental impact. This includes regulatory compliance, risk assessment & mitigation, workplace safety culture, incident response & prevention, sustainability & environmental stewardship and training & engagement.
• Technical Proficiency - Knowledge and skills in a specific field, gained through education, training, experience, and continuous learning. It combines theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and problem-solving ability that is valuable to employers for innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving.
• Leadership Skills - Acts decisively and supports all aspects of the company to work together to accomplish objectives, vision, mission and values of Vulcan. Trusts and allows people to do their job, holding them accountable for the full extent of their responsibilities.
• Planning and Scheduling - Effective planning of repair procedures, scheduling work considering resource availability, and maintaining necessary inventory.
• Problem Solving - Identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. Finds practical solutions, implements fixes, and adapts to unexpected challenges.

Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Possess strong initiative, motivation, assertiveness and a positive attitude. Must sustain high ethical and moral standards. Ability to inspire creativity, integrity, stewardship and loyalty with peers. Safety-first attitude and willingness to communicate any concerns to peers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills including presentation and speaking skills in group settings.
• Ability to anticipate, plan and coordinate projects, and proactively think through hypothetical "what if" scenarios to develop contingency plans.
• Understand Equipment Standards for Aggregate.
• Thorough understanding of Quarry Pit layout and operations function.
• Must have the ability to lead safe and timely completion of projects at or below budget. Must have the ability to control scope to avoid cost creep or expansion.
• Must have the ability to mentor and coordinate the training and development of operations personnel.


Other Requirements
• Ability to work in all climate environments.
• Business Planning - Participates in developing short- and long-term business plans, forecasting performance against key metrics, preparing justifications and AFEs for major projects, and estimating the financial and human resources needed to achieve performance goals.

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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.