AGGREGATE FOREMAN (SEASONAL)

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! 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 it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/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 is a seasonal position, you can use your winters off to travel, hunt, fish or for other activities you enjoy while your benefits continue year round.

This position is responsible to safely supervise, and coordinate activities of workers engaged in our Aggregate crushing and efficiently run the operation to produce quality material in a timely manner. Travel required throughout our ND operation. Will need to display a professional and courteous attitude with customers and team members.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

1. Perform daily equipment inspections, walk-arounds, and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained and repaired.
2. Coordinate the daily activities of the crusher crew, ensuring efficient operation of crushing equipment.
3. Operate and troubleshoot crushers, screen plants, and wash plants as necessary.
4. Ensure all equipment is properly set up, operated, and maintained.
5. Monitor the quality of materials being crushed and ensure they meet required specifications.
6. Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues, coordinating repairs or adjustments when necessary.
7. Prepare and submit daily production reports and safety logs.
8. Conduct regular safety meetings and equipment checks to promote a safe work environment.
9. Maintain inventory of materials and supplies needed for crushing operations.
10. Communicate effectively with project managers, site supervisors, and other team members.
11. Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, and haul trucks as needed to support crushing operations.
12. Coach and monitor team members and sites to comply with MSHA and safety regulations and assist in training new employees.
13. Coordinate and/or deliver aggregate samples to the lab to ensure quality assurance.
14. Approve and submit work hours of personnel and pertinent job information daily.
15. Ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety, and environmental regulations.
16. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (preferred requirements i.e. certifications, software use, etc.)

As a successful Foreman you will have:

1. Minimum 5 years experience in product line
2. Ability to hold and maintain proper licensure and acceptable driving record.
3. Ability to work flexible shifts, including overtime, possible nights and some Saturdays.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
2. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(k) with Company Match
4. Profit Sharing
5. Paid Time Off
6. Paid Holidays
7. Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
8. Short-term Disability
9. Employee Assistance Program
10. Years of Service Recognition
11. Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
12. Critical Illness Plan
13. Accident Coverage Plan
14. 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.

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