Secondary Operations Superintendent (15206)

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Regional Manufacturing Manager, this position leads and manages the flow of materials from post-production through secondary operations.  Secondary operations will include but is not limited to, Grinding, Shot Blasting, Cutting, Tumbling, and Wet Cast production.  The Secondary Ops Superintendent is responsible for ensuring that production teams operate equipment safely and per all company JSA’s and that proper operation practices are followed to optimize system utilization, production output, and final product quality.  The Secondary Ops Superintendent must collaborate with the plant maintenance and quality assurance teams to proactively address and respond to any issues that impact machine uptime.  This position requires a high level of teamwork, problem solving skills, and production workflow management knowledge. 

Office Location: Fort Lupton, CO

Salary: $90,000 - $95,000 / year DOE

FLSA Status: Exempt

Requisition Close Date: 5/30/2024

Basalite Provides GREAT Benefits!

• Competitive Wages
• Family Owned/Oriented
• Holiday Pay
• 401K and Profit Sharing Retirement Plans
• On-the-Job Training
• Advancement Opportunities
• Vacation Pay (Up to 80 hrs. the first year!)
• Medical, Dental, & VSP Plans available
• Steady, Year-Round Employment
• Employee Discounts & more

The Secondary Ops Superintendent is responsible for demonstrating and promoting the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Secondary Operations

• Collaborate with production planning to develop and manage production schedules
• Direct daily meetings with operation leads to confirm assignments, manage production schedules and daily/weekly priorities
• Support development of operation capacity for production planning and utilization reporting / management
• Assigning daily tasks / responsibilities as required which include:
  • Efficient and safe equipment operation to include operation of: splitter / grinder / saw / shot blast / tumbler/ concrete finishing operations
  • Checks finished product for proper quality (splits, cuts and grindings)
  • Make critical equipment adjustments to insure finished product quality
  • Complete required production paper work for daily activities

Managing Personnel

• Directly manage first line leads/supervisors as assigned to secondary operations
• Coaching, training, instructing and offering guidance to all involved in the secondary operations processes and yard materials management
• Collaborate with Production Planning/Scheduling on secondary operations capacity, and hold team accountable to meeting production schedule
• Perform annual reviews for direct reports, engage in employee development and discipline as applicable
• Lead recruiting, hiring and training of staff for area of responsibility
• Act as backup for subordinate positions as needed
• Collaborate on monthly report, providing backup for Secondary Operations on performance compared budget
• Attend safety meetings and abide by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensure that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School education or equivalent required.
• Five+ years in a Supervisory role. Production Management, Logistics Management, direct experience in the concrete block and/or sack industry a plus.
• Motivated, resourceful, and inspired to be an agent for change.
• Proven ability to coach, guide and lead subordinates.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Strong aptitude for math, organizing personal tasks and repetitive duties in a dynamic environment.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, teamwork, decision-making and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to consistently delivering the highest quality customer service.
• On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties.
• Requires strong computer / MS Office (excel) knowledge and software application skills.
• Working knowledge of the operations of a 10-key adding machine, copier, facsimile machine and any other office equipment required to perform duties.
• Valid Driver’s License Required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to use hands, fingers, and arms to handle/feel/lift product, and type/use computer.
• Reach with hands and arms; talk and listen; stand, walk and sit.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist; lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Up to 5% travel time required.
• Predictable and Regular attendance is required

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office environment with moderate noise.
• Plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace