Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Harpe Associates & Cemcon
Job overview
The Sr Control Room Operator role at Harpe Associates & Cemcon is a senior leadership position responsible for managing the production department to ensure high-quality cement production while maintaining efficiency, safety, and meeting customer requirements.
Responsibilities and impact
The job involves managing kiln operations for efficiency and quality, coordinating with shipping and other departments to meet production goals, creating budgets and schedules, minimizing downtime, ordering materials, supervising staff including evaluations and scheduling, ensuring safety compliance, and participating in continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 5-10 years in cement manufacturing, 2 years with process control systems like ECS, 5 years supervising, and 3 years with spreadsheets. Skills required include math, financial management, scheduling, communication, report writing, and proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
Company overview
Harpe Associates & Cemcon is a consulting and engineering firm specializing in civil, structural, and environmental engineering services for both public and private sector clients. The company generates revenue by providing design, project management, and consulting solutions for infrastructure projects such as water treatment plants, transportation systems, and commercial developments. Founded in the mid-20th century, Harpe Associates & Cemcon has built a reputation for technical expertise and reliable project delivery, often collaborating with municipalities and industrial clients. Their history includes involvement in several high-profile regional infrastructure upgrades and a commitment to sustainable engineering practices. Candidates should note the company's emphasis on innovation, client relationships, and a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex engineering challenges.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive experience in cement manufacturing, focusing on your knowledge of process control systems like ECS and your leadership in supervising teams over multiple years.
Emphasize your skills in scheduling, budgeting, financial management, and your proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office, as these are key to managing a 24/7 operation efficiently.
Apply through multiple platforms including Harpe Associates & Cemcon's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and track different openings or updates.
Connect with current employees in the production or control room leadership teams at Harpe Associates & Cemcon on LinkedIn to gain insights and express your interest; ice breakers could include commenting on recent plant improvements or asking about their approach to continuous improvement initiatives.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'kiln operation,' 'budget management,' 'process control systems,' 'scheduling,' and 'safety compliance' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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