Plant Foreperson

Career Opportunities: Plant Foreperson (524297) Requisition ID 524297 -Posted - AMAT - APAC - Kansas - Shears - Full Time - Operations, Field and Plant Mgmt - United States - Kansas Position Overview Are you a driven leader with a passion for safety, innovation, and operational excellence? Join our team as an Asphalt Plant Foreperson, where you'll oversee all aspects of our asphalt manufacturing facility. We're seeking a results-oriented professional who excels in managing people, processes, and production to deliver superior products and customer service. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to fostering a positive safety culture, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. Why Join Us? Be at the forefront of operational leadership in a well-established, forward-thinking company. Take ownership of the plant’s performance, safety, and employee relations. Collaborate with skilled professionals and contribute to high-profile projects. Competitive compensation $24-26/hr. and opportunities for professional growth. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of asphalt manufacturing operations, ensuring a safe, productive, and efficient environment. Champion a proactive safety culture and ensure strict compliance with all safety practices and regulations. Develop and execute operational strategies to achieve production goals and quality standards. Deliver world-class customer service and timely scheduling for both internal and external clients. Oversee budgeting, production planning, staffing, and maintenance activities. Manage production teams, optimize equipment and facility usage, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze operational and financial reports to maximize plant profitability. Negotiate contracts with suppliers and manage procurement within budget parameters. Ensure accurate inventory management and collaborate with the accounting department. Train, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a culture of growth and excellence. Maintain environmental compliance and fulfill all reporting requirements. Coordinate with other business units to streamline processes and enhance overall efficiency. What We’re Looking For Proven experience in plant operations, team leadership, and safety management—preferably in asphalt or related industries. Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze financial and operational data to drive performance improvements. Strong commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Proficiency in coordinating complex schedules and managing multiple priorities. Additional Requirements Professional, courteous, and collaborative attitude toward colleagues, supervisors, and the public. Flexibility to travel and work nights or weekends as business needs demand. Strict adherence to all company policies, safety procedures, and operational guidelines. Willingness to contribute to team efforts and take on additional responsibilities as needed. 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 Lead? If you're passionate about operational excellence and ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply for this exciting leadership role. Join us in shaping the future of our asphalt operations—apply today! What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr