Senior Production Coordinator

WELCOME TO VCNA

We are Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.

With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.

Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The Senior Production Coordinator in the Production Department will be responsible and accountable about CRO/ACRO, Utilities, Labors and contracted manpower in terms of H&S, site activities, technical improvement and decisions. Also responsible for equipment performance, output and condition. Directing maintenance activities and defining the priorities for related areas.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Oversee the work of the Shift Coordinator / contractors / ACRO and utilities, by reviewing the performance of each shift with regards to the effectiveness of use of resources, operational KPIs; ensure optimal communication and hand-over between shifts.

• Implement and review the shift production routines of the area.

• Provide necessary on the job training to his crew.

• Direct maintenance crew related to the area define the maintenance priorities.

• Manage area related consumables budget and work for possible cost savings (defined below)

• Perform the required root cause analysis when targets are not met.

• Co-ordinates department activities with other plant departments to minimize downtime, make efficient use of manpower and eliminate recurrent problems.

• Oversee the development and training of new and existing employees.

• Management of the materials required for the proper operation of the systems.

• Perform routine checks of equipment and systems to maintain optimal efficiency.

• Review all equipment stops and associated downtime identifying areas of improvement and implementation of corrective actions.

• Create Purchase Requests for the contracted works required in the systems.

• Report daily production achievements and set backs at daily meeting.

• Liaise between environment, production, electrical, quality, process and maintenance departments regarding scheduling and prioritization of repairs and downtime required.

• Establishes short and long term action plans to meet individual, departmental and plant goals. Assist with the collection of field measurements to ensure that equipment is profiled and process data is documented and analyzed.

• Create and maintain new systems of control for process related machinery and procedures. Develop and institute process improvements with various input from the Process Engineer, Quality Manager, Environment Manager and Production Manager.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Advanced knowledge about clinker and cement production, process, and quality. Specific knowledge about raw materials, clinker and cement chemistry and quality control processes, environmental, safety and cost impacts on the operation (pyro-process knowledge, grinding optimization knowledge, grinding media design, or kiln and cooler operation etc.)

At least 5 years’ experience as one of the below titles in an integrated cement plant.

• Cement mill coordinator/supervisor/engineer/chief

• Raw mill coordinator/supervisor/engineer/chief

• Kiln coordinator/supervisor/engineer/chief

And/or

• Production manager

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more

• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas

• Training, professional development

• Tuition reimbursement/assistance

• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)

• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)

• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.

• Fertility drug coverage

• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up

• Hybrid work model for certain positions

OUR PEOPLE

We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!

Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!