Production Manager (M/F)

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?

Within the framework of the plant's objectives and yearly action plans which he/she helps define, the missions are:

• To co-ordinate and manage the production so as to make available on a day-to-day basis, the required product within the specified quality, cost and time
• To prepare forecasts and production budgets (yearly, monthly, adjustment)
• To ensure protection of environment in compliance with group standards within his field of activities
• To constantly aim at the best performances of the production equipment
• To contribute to the upkeep and availability of the plant equipment
• To ensure the safety and development of his personnel

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Contributes to maintaining equipment in good working condition by complying with the instructions of use and by regular monitoring of the equipment and by warning the maintenance department if need be.
• Team management: defines the Missions and objectives of his workforce and carries out their performance reviews, promote the quality of the work and motivate his personnel, develop their skills to keep abreast of technical developments.
• Plans technical shutdowns with other departments.
• Prepares and submit annual production budgets.
• Participates in drawing up safety rules.
• Puts forward annual and monthly production programs and adjust them as necessary.
• Based on the proposals of the optimization/process manager, defines together with him/her the actions to improve plant performance and quality of products
• Settles daily problems relating to production and team management.
• Defines working methods (optimisation of management means and tools).
• Co-ordinates the program of inspections, visits and repairs with the maintenance manager.
• Helps define the long-term plan, the Advance Performance Improvement Plan, improvement action plans for the whole plant.
• Organizes the manpower to best suit the program.

Performance Criteria

• Manages the budget
• Ensures that his production team performs correctly.
• Guarantees the safety of the equipment and of the people working for him.
• Guarantees the compliance with the Group environment standards in his field of activities.
• Respects production commitments in terms of volume, deadlines, costs, product compliance.
• Ensures that there is a good atmosphere and coordination within his teams.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

• Experience in cement industry only
• Experience in the development of quality management methods
• Good knowledge of computer aided systems for kiln and mill operation
• Decision-making capacity / Self-confidence
• Development of others
• Fluency in French and English is a must
• Anticipation / Initiative
• Sense of organisation / Delegation
• Results orientation
• In-depth knowledge of production management and planning
• Degree in general engineering (with mechanical and electrical engineering as main subjects) with 5 to 10 years' experience depending on the size and challenges of the position
• Good knowledge of cement manufacturing processes: raw meal preparation, burning, combustion, grinding (experience as a process engineer)
• Team leadership
• Good knowledge of product quality parameters and of quality control tests
• Good knowledge of safety laws and regulations

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)
• Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
• Hybrid work model for certain positions
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
• Training, professional development
• Paid Maternity Leave Top Up
• Tuition reimbursement/assistance
• Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas
• Fertility drug coverage
• Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time
• 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

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!