About this role
<p><img src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/c53088e5/7135cbb6-ca09-4875-9982-b.jpg" alt="" width="278" height="101"></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Job ID: 526071</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Sapphire Americas, a CRH company and part of the Ash Grove family of companies, delivers innovative, circular solutions that help decarbonize industries and communities. We specialize in transforming residual and non-recyclable materials into alternative fuels and raw materials for cement manufacturing - offering a zero-landfill pathway that conserves natural resources and advances the circular economy. Through our work, we reduce landfill dependency, lower carbon emissions, and unlock long-term environmental and economic value.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">By turning waste into opportunity, Sapphire Americas is helping build a cleaner, more resilient future.</span></p> <p> </p><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Sapphire Americas</strong> supports the Ash Grove Cement business by providing alternative fuels and alternative raw materials to facilitate the cement plants’ goals regarding commercial excellence, carbon footprint, and future developments. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Ash Grove Cement</strong>, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Health Insurance </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Dental Insurance </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Vision Insurance </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Retirement Plan </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Tuition Reimbursement </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Employee Assistance Program </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Disability Pay </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Life Insurance </strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Growth Opportunities and more! </strong></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Summary: </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">The Site Operations Manager - Sapphire ensures all company, state, and federal safety and environmental standards for alternate fuels and materials are met. This position drives local Sapphire operations to maximize the use of alternative fuel and alternative raw materials. The position partners with the plant team to optimize the quality and quantity of AF/ARM for stable kiln operation. The Site Manager drives Sapphire's local team and contractors concerning CRH's Purpose, Value, Vision, and Code of Business Conduct.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>What you’ll be contributing</strong>: </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ensures all company, state and federal safety and environmental standards are met as they pertain to alternate fuels (AF) and alternate raw materials (ARM).</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Drives local Sapphire operations to maximize the use of AF, ARM.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Partners with plant team to optimize quality and quantity of AF, ARM for stable kiln operation and quality product</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Manages on-site coprocessing: Receiving, blending, dosing and handling of alternate fuels.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Manages off-site preprocessing: Shredding & beneficiation of alternate fuel streams & the logistics of maintaining steady flow of high quality fuel to the Louisville plant.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Drives Sapphire local team and contractors in respect with CRH Purpose, Value, Vision and Code of Business Conduct</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Oversees the relation with AF and ARM suppliers</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Plans and manages deliveries to plant.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Tracks incoming AF, ARM shipments and prepare weekly / monthly inventory reconciliations.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Tracks quality of services provided: to plant: on time, in full deliveries, in quality specifications of the AF, ARM and invoiced correctly suppliers: on time, in full deliveries, invoiced correctly and use of AFand ARM according to signed contracts</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Manages any out of specs deliveries minimizing impact on suppliers’ plant operations</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Acts as Point of Contact in communication between supplier and plant teams</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Manages Sapphire operating cost. Coordinates with Plant controller and Sapphire controller to prepare expense budget and monthly reports for Sapphire activity</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Assists Plant controller and Sapphire controller with monthly AF and ARM billing</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Seeks development opportunities to improve local operating conditions: safety, operating cost, logistic, environmental. Locally drives the implementation of the improvement actions for Sapphire</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Plays leading role in onsite ARM & AF trials. Engages with internal technical support services (MTS/GTS) and plant people in planning and executing trials for new AFand ARM. Coordinates supply, processing and blending activity for plant trials.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Works closely with plant's management team on any Management of Change processes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Monitors deliveries of AF and ARM, prepare weekly / monthly inventory reconciliations.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Additional duties as assigned by supervisor. </span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>To succeed in this position, you will need:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Minimum 2 Year / Associate Degree in trades school in construction management, mechanics, electronics, or related field.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">4 Year / Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Minimum 7 years of experience working within a resource recovery or processing site or in an industrial manufacturing or mining environment</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to see initiatives through to completion</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of electrical & mechanical principles of equipment used in mineral processing</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of process engineering principles</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proficient computer skills, including email and applications such as SAP and Excel</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Leads for Performance – Demonstrate and foster a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Communications – communicate with impact and create an environment in which people communicate honestly and openly. Effective verbal and written communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Analysis and Problem-Solving – Effectively examine events, issues and problems and generate optimal solutions in a timely manner.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to give clear instructions with appropriate follow-up.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Organizational skills, maintaining smooth operation of Production activities and projects.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong Troubleshooting skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Adapts and Learns – Work effectively in the face of ambiguity, shifting priorities and rapid change while actively developing one’s skills and capabilities.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Drives Change and Innovation – Champion new ideas and initiatives and create an environment that supports change and innovation.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Inclusive of diversity – shows respect to diversity of any kind. Actively seek out and consider different perspectives, values team members, and creates an atmosphere where people feel their opinions and contributions improve the company’s well-being.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>What to expect in a cement environment: </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong>What’s next for you? </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><em>The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. </em></span></p><p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><u><span style="color:#32363a">What CRH Offers You</span></u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">Highly competitive base pay</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">Group retirement savings program</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">Health and wellness programs</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><u><span style="color:#32363a">About CRH</span></u></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">Sapphire Americas,</span> <span style="color:#32363a">a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#32363a">EOE/Vet/Disability</span></span></p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.</span></p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"> </p> <p style="text-align:center" align="center"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.</span></span></p>