Lab Supervisor (Transportation)

Job ID: 515101

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority . We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program

• Disability Pay

• Life Insurance

• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary:

Provides daily guidance to lab personnel in direct support of their duties and responsibilities. Performs analysis on cement and other materials utilized or created during the cement manufacturing process. Exposure to confidential information may have a competitive or patentable value to the company or its customers. Uses independent judgment in performing daily activities. Exposed to toxic and corrosive chemicals on a daily basis. Performs responsibilities independently with supervisory input from the Manager. Exercises direct supervision over all laboratory personnel at the plant.

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Performs regular and special chemical analysis on samples of any or all of the following: cement, clinker, coal, kiln dust, and other raw materials for process control
• Reviews results of chemical and physical tests performed and take necessary actions to adjust quality so as to meet established standards
• Supervises and evaluates the job performance of laboratory personnel including disciplinary action as needed
• Establishes, communicates, and assigns job responsibilities for plant laboratory employees
• Provides constant feedback on the production process to ensure desired product characteristics
• Conducts regular inspections of plant operations to determine probable causes of product quality fluctuations or to detect unusual conditions
• Formulates mixed calculations or performs special computations for laboratory control measures
• Makes chemical solutions for use in chemical analysis
• Retains and updates laboratory research data and documentation on the lab computer
• Prepares reports, graphs, and charts as requested by plant management
• Prepares and sends samples as required for compliance with wastewater treatment regulatory guidelines
• Performs various tests on similar samples at the plant
• Orders supplies needed for laboratory activities
• May check in chem-fuel loads if assigned by local plant management
• Develops and maintains XRF and other instrument calibrations with guidance from the Manager
• Attends RCRA training for waste-derived fuel activities
• Performs tasks related to job duties associated with waste-derived fuel activities as required
• Assigns and evaluates the work of all lab technicians with support from the Manager
• Prepares first-aid reports, orders supplies needed for first-aid, and ensures compliance with safety standards
• Remains available on a 24-hour basis to provide assistance on lab and processing problems

• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• 4 year/Bachelors degree in chemistry or chemical engineering is required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing lab environment

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.

• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Knowledge of theories, procedures, and guidelines pertaining to the fields of chemistry, physics, and mathematics
• Familiarity with instrumentation analysis and wet chemical analysis
• Ability to use a computer to store data and generate reports

What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, 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.