Company Background

Western Sand & Gravel, a NEBCO Company, mines aggregates along the Platte River near Ashland, Louisville, and Fremont, Nebraska. Concrete aggregate makes up 70 percent of the mines’ product. For more information, visit www.westernsand.c

NEBCO, Inc.
NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska.  Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visit www.nebcoinc.com.

Job Summary
Western Sand & Gravel is looking for a Site Foreman who serves as the supervisor at the WS&G designated site to engage in related work as required.  Western Sand & Gravel is currently offering a $2500.00 Hiring Bonus!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following.

Abides by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely. Assists in accident investigation.

Serves as the supervisor in the field to exercise technical and functional supervision over the operators at the assigned site. 

Monitors crew performance and behaviors in the field and reports work progress, challenges, incidents and accidents, and employee conduct and performance to the appropriate supervisor.

Communicates supervisor expectations to work crew regarding work practices and procedures, safety, and compliance with the company’s policies.

Sets an example to crew members in following Company policies and safety regulations, and in maintaining a positive working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, and company leadership.

Evaluates work procedures and processes and ensures that safe work practices are being followed by crew members under his/her lead. 

Follows all safety policies and procedures and holds safety meetings with crew members.

Recommends improvements and repairs to be made to equipment.

Evaluates work requirements and determines work schedule.

Ensures safe and efficient operation of the plant through maintenance, inspection and repair of the equipment and operating conditions of the plant.

Assists in performing preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment.

Operates equipment based on production schedules to assure appropriate sequence of operations.

Keeps site facilities clean and safe for efficient operation.  

Inspects equipment before and during use. 

Trains employees on proper operation of equipment.

Attends and participates in required trainings.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  This job trains, directs, and oversees the work of others assigned to the site.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and
• three years of work-related experience; or
• an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid NE drivers’ license and be insurable under the company’s insurance program. 

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Mustpossess mechanical aptitude.  
• Able to operate with minimal supervision and take initiative to investigate and resolve problems. 
• Must be a self-starter. 
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Requires knowledge and use of skills and abilities related to leading a crew of workers including the ability to build a cohesive team to accomplish goals, listen to input provided by crew members and respond appropriately, and communicate information in ways that build trust and support.
• Able to read operating and maintenance manuals, and drawings.   
• Able to effectively communicate with others and give oral and written instructions.
• Required to clearly write reports with correct use of language.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Benefits Include

• Retirement Plans
• PAID Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program - with the opportunity to earn five additional days off
• PAID Time Off
• On the Job Training

Condition of Employment
Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications. Approval of pre-employment reference, background checks and post offer substance testing are required as conditions of employment.