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Job Title


Production Supervisor


Company : CalPortland


Location : Mojave, CA


Created : 2025-06-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job SummaryUnder limited supervision, the Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing, planning, organizing, and coordinating employee activities for the safe production of material in the cement plant.   BenefitsCalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That's why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. Medical, Dental, Vision low-cost premiums even for family coverageCompany-paid life/AD&D insuranceCompany-paid short-term disabilityPaid sick/vacation/holiday401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Additional voluntary benefits Compensation$80K - $100K annually/DOEResponsibilitiesEnsures that safe work procedures and safe work conditions are practiced and maintained; promotes proper safety and accident prevention attitudesResponsible for optimum production rates from all clinker and cement production equipment; works with the laboratory to ensure all mills are operated within the standard quality parameters set, and directing flows to the appropriate finish or raw siloResponsible for the accurate diagnosis of malfunctions on all systems; works with Maintenance Department in prioritizing and formulating course of action to correct such problemsDirects and supervises the deliveries of all bulk materials entering the plant; ensures that these deliveries are placed into the correct silo or appropriate storage areaRecords shift events on log sheets, documenting all pertinent changes, or circumstances; reports major malfunctions to Production Superintendent  Administer the Company work rules in a fair manner; set standards for quality and quantity of work and initiate appropriate disciplinary measures when infractions occurExhibit excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate positive working relationships with all levels of management and staffAbility to direct, motivate and coach activities of othersAbility to exercise sound judgment in problem-solvingExhibit excellent work ethic - high standard of performance and productionEducationHigh school diploma or GEDRequirements/QualificationsRequires 2 years of supervision experienceThorough knowledge of cement production, safe work practices, and MSHA regulationsExcellent computer and organizational skills; willing to effectively learn Windows, Excel and other softwareAbility to formulate decisions, makes and supports recommendations, prioritize work, communicate with multiple parties and handle multiple tasksAbility to be cleared with federal ATF to transport, ship, receive or possess explosive materialsTask and project-orientedAbility to work with all levels of managementKnowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of cementKnowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibilityExercise independent decision-making, prioritize conflicting demandsStrong administrative, interpersonal, and communications skillsMust be able to read, write, and verbally communicate in the English language, communicate positively with employees, customers, and vendors at all levels; ability to read and understand equipment manuals, company policy manuals and require government regulationsMust be able to see and hear safety indicators and warningsAbility to walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground), climb stairs and ladders as high as 200 ft. in elevation; physically able to climb on equipment to provide supervision during work, walk long distances, climb ladders, stairs and stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spacesDrive automobile to various plant sites and work locations; must be able to travel overnight (air/auto)Preferred:Working knowledge of SAP ProductionExperience working with a union contractUnderstanding of California state labor laws related to wage and hourExperience working in a manufacturing or cement facilityConditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing. #LI-BB1