Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are key to our success and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Please consider joining our growing team today.
At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know its our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers and contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that in turn build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.
ROLE OVERVIEW
This position is responsible for overseeing plant operations, including mining, crushing, and yard facilities. Typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, with frequent Saturday work. Hours may vary due to weather and customer demand.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Summary of components that make up the job:
• Oversee plant operations, including mining, crushing, and yard facilities. • Keep inventory, prepare production schedules, and reports, maintain operations logs as necessary. • Participate in quality control to ensure materials being produced meet product specifications. • Ensure all operations follow all legal and regulatory requirements, including air and water quality permit conditions, dumpsite policies, and MSHA OSHA. • Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors observed. • Work with frontline employees, providing overall guidance and direction while promoting the individual development of all team members. • Ensure that quality of all materials exceeds customers expectations. • Coordinate with sales team and management to determine production schedules. • Work with other team members on production quality, maintenance, environmental personnel, or safety issues.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum educational experience or other relevant job requirements:
• Safety first attitude required. • Previous supervisory experience required. • Working knowledge of crushing aggregates required. • Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. • Requires high degree of skills in planning, organization, supervising, communication, and observation. • Ability to provide and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record. • Ability to pass a criminal background and pre-employment drug screen.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Types and extent of knowledge, skills, or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily:
• Basic knowledge of plant operation, conveyor systems, and maintenance. • Must have good mechanical troubleshooting and some welding ability. • Need positive attitude and the ability to work well with others and follow directions. • Equipment operation skills helpful.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Extensive walking on uneven surfaces. Lift and carry up to 100 pounds. Exposure to dust fumes, odors. Hand-eye coordination. Exposure to mists, adhesives, acids. Frequent and/or extended periods requiring kneeling, bending, and/or twisting. Operating equipment at night under artificial lighting. Working in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.
VETERANS
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferrable to our Plant Lead Man position. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts • 401k with Company Match • Profit Sharing • Paid Time Off • Paid Sick Time • 8 Paid Holidays • Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance • Short-term Disability • Employee Assistance Program • Years of Service Recognition • Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents • Critical Illness Plan • Accident Coverage Plan • Hospital Indemnity
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.