Production Manager

Based in Durkee, Oregon, we are a renowned leader in the construction materials industry! With a rich history spanning over 135 years, our company has established itself as a trusted provider of high-quality cement, concrete, and related products. Our dedication to excellence, combined with a focus on environmental stewardship, makes them an ideal choice for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the construction sector.

Title: Production Manager
Location: Durkee, OR 97905
Salary: $80,000 - $110,000

• Promote and adhere to all plant safety guidelines, ensuring compliance and training in safety procedures.
• Plan and schedule mill and kiln operations, coordinating with maintenance, quality control, shipping, and production teams.
• Supervise production employees, contractors, and quarry workforce, assigning responsibilities, evaluating performance, and maintaining attendance records.
• Conduct daily observation and inspection of operations, coordinating plant clean-up activities, and participating in regular safety meetings and training sessions.
• Monitor control room operations, raw mill, and finish mill-grinding operations, assisting in problem resolution to achieve production and quality goals.
• Coordinate incoming shipments of alternative fuels, oversee shipping activities, and assist in plant construction projects.
• Handle discipline problems and grievances, communicate with vendors regarding production equipment and supplies, and provide ongoing information to plant management.
• Control inventories for raw materials, fuels, finished products, kiln refractories, and chemicals, ensuring compliance with budgets and maintaining adequate supplies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related field preferred.
• 4 or more years of experience in a supervisory position in a cement or related industry production department.
• Knowledge of cement manufacturing processes, air permit regulations, heat transfer functions, and production machinery.