Job Description

"Join the Acme Brick Family"

MINING SUPERVISOR

FLSA Status: Exempt

Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) has been operating for 130 years in 13 states in the south

central/south eastern United States. Our vision is to be THE trusted materials solution for enduring beauty, safety, and

strength in building communities. Our associates are our greatest asset and we strive to be a great place to work every

day.

Summary

To oversee and manage the mining departmental operations and resources as it applies to and effects Safety, Quality,

Production, and Cost.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned) This is a safety sensitive position.

• Manage and supervise mining department technical operations and resources.

• Ensure mine and workplace safety. Adhere to all Federal, State, Local and Acme Brick policies and procedures.

• Ensure "ASTM" and "ACME" quality standards are met. Ensure customer satisfaction and customer service.

• Ensure production budgeted figures are met. Meet Green, Yield, Packaged, Loaded, and % loss.

• Maintain budgeted departmental composite cost. Control labor dollars, man hours, overtime, repair, and

operation spending in the department.

• Oversee planning, execution and control of departmental and plant resources, procedures and material

handling.

• Oversee the administration and security of property, machinery, equipment, employees, tools, procedures, and

buildings.

• Be in control of strategic and situational goals, action plans, funding requirements, and schedules that effect

production, cost, safety, and quality for both the short term and long term. Operate the department effectively

and continuously improve performance.

• Oversee the selection, development, performance and management of hourly employees.

• Oversee and ensure all required reporting is being completed. There are Federal, State, and Company

requirements covering all areas of operation. ie...MSHA, OSHA, Safety, Quality, Production, Composite Cost,

Labor, Man hours, Inventory, and Plant/Departmental maintenance and operational checks.

Skills and Experience Required for Success

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures,

or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability

to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and

the general public.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions,

percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and

geometry.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral,

or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in

standardized situations.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Contact Management

systems; Inventory software; Manufacturing software; Order processing systems; Spreadsheet

software and Word Processing software.

Competencies Required for Success

• Analytical - Designs work flows and procedures.

• Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes

information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving

situations.

• Project Management - Completes projects on time and budget.

• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build

knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

• Customer Service - Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens

to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas

and tries new things.

• Oral Communication - Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar;

Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to

others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts

success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and

objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Change Management - Communicates changes effectively; Prepares and supports those

affected by change.

• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives

authority to work independently.

• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform

well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives

appropriate recognition to others.

• Managing People - Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to

employees; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and

encourages growth; Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.;

Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy

and thoroughness.

• Business Acumen - Displays orientation to profitability.

• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving

measures; Contributes to profits and revenue .

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural

differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free

environment; Builds a diverse workforce.

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with

integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks

correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and

respects diversity.

• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment;

Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.

• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes

obstacles.

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for

additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their

tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats

others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts

responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote

quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase

productivity; Works quickly.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action

beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials

properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands;

Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays,

or unexpected events.

Education

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training;

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Safety Sensitive

Safety Sensitive means: (1) Any position involving a safety-sensitive function pursuant to federal regulations governing

drug and alcohol testing adopted by the US Department of Transportation or any other rules, guidelines, or regulations

adopted by any other federal or state agency; or (2) Any position designed in writing by the Company as a safety-sensitive

position which includes tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or

others including, but not limited to, working with confidential information*, the operation or repair of a motor vehicle,

equipment, or machinery or the supervision of an employee responsible for operating or repairing a motor vehicle,

equipment, or machinery.

This position is safety-sensitive and requires applicant to pass a pre-employment drug test, including a test for marijuana, to

be considered for the position.

*in Arkansas only

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and

perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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