What's New
Call for Papers - CalCIMA 2010 Annual Conference
September 21-24, 2010
Catamaran Resort, San Diego, California
The California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) is currently requesting proposals for papers related to the aggregate, industrial materials, ready mixed concrete, cement and asphalt industries for the 2010 Education Conference. We are accepting proposals from all segments of the industry; aggregate and mineral producers, suppliers, consultants, government, etc. in all topic areas.
What: To submit a presentation, please complete the form on page 2, provide a brief 50-100 word synopsis of your paper.
When: Call for Papers will be accepted until July 21, 2010.
Who: Submit papers to Stephanie Pridmore at spridmore@calcima.org, or 916-554-1000, x101
Articles Requested for The Conveyor
CalCIMA will be producing an annual magazine this summer and would like to give its members the opportunity to publish articles. The annual magazine, The Conveyor, will focus on the current challenges facing our industry as well as showcase exceptional reclamation projects. All topics related to the aggregate, mineral extraction and ready mixed concrete industries will be accepted.
Format: Microsoft Word
Length: Approximately 650 words
Photographs: Hard copy and digital photos accepted. Electronic or digital photos must be at least 300 dpi resolution and must be .eps. .tif or .jpg format only.
Due Date: July 30, 2010
Who: email to spridmore@calcima.org with Conveyor Article in the subject line.
Noise & Dust Workshop - Aug. 24 - 26
In Lucerne Valley, CA @ Omya, Inc. (co-sponsored by CalCIMA & NSSGA)
Since 1997, NSSGA’s award-winning program of delivering instructive seminars on noise and dust control have been conducted at aggregate mine sites across the country, having instructed more than 400 students on this critical safety and health issue. The 3-day workshop consists of two days of classroom application, and one day of field work in which each participant, under real-world circumstances, conducts noise and dust monitoring and collects exposure measurements of working aggregate miners. This is a unique opportunity to learn how to conduct noise and dust exposure monitoring, record and interpret results, and develop plans to reduce exposures below MSHA permissible limits. Led by MSHA’s popular trainer, Rocky McKinney. Sign up at the link below by Aug. 9:
http://www.nssga.org/calendar/safety_2010/ndw0810.html
Job Openings (7 listings below)
Sales Manager - Location: Central Coast Materials Division, Santa Maria, CA
Reports to: Central Coast Division Vice President, General Manager. To apply, please forward your resume to: careers@calportland.com
Summary: Responsible for the development and performance of all sales activities in the Central Coast market for ready-mix, aggregates and asphalt concrete. Staffs and directs a sales team and provides leadership towards the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values. Establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base and market share in the region.
Responsibilities:
• Develops a business plan and sales strategy for the market that ensures attainment of company sales goals and profitability.
• Responsible for the performance and development of the sales team. Conducts regular coaching and counseling with sales team to build motivation and selling skills. Conducts one-on-one reviews with all sales staff to build more effective communications, to understand training and development needs, and to provide insight for the improvement of individual sales and activity performance.
• Prepares action plans by individuals as well as by team for effective search of sales leads and prospects.
• Initiates and coordinates development of action plans to penetrate new markets.
• Assists in the development and implementation of marketing plans as needed.
• Develops and maintains relationships with all clients in the market area, utilizing the entire sales group and other team members to ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
• Provides timely feedback to senior management regarding sales team performance, market analysis, competitor pricing and activities, development activities and other market factors.
• Provides timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all completed prospect applications submitted for pricing and approval, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin.
• Maintains accurate records of all pricings, sales, and activity reports submitted by sales staff.
• Prepares and monitors annual sales budgets concerning anticipated volumes and pricing.
• Prepares annual sales team cost budgets and controls expenses to meet budget guidelines.
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.
Requirements:
• 5 or more years of experience in sales management
• Minimum 15 years in total sales experience, preferably in the construction materials arena.
• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration preferred.
• Proven leadership and ability to drive sales teams.
• Good communication, motivational, strategic, persuasive and negotiating skills.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for promoting, and selling products or services.
• Familiar with methods to track sales performance and market trends.
• Familiar with economic and accounting principles and practices.
• Strong computer skills with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Up to 50% travel required. (Central Coast)
Quality Assurance Manager – Sacramento, CA. Preferred candidate has five plus years of materials/management experience. A Bachelors degree with advanced technical knowledge and experience in Aggregates, Asphalt and Concrete materials.
Contact: Loran White, Teichert Materials, at (916) 996-8534
Ready Mix Plant Maintenance - 1 Position – Fresno, CA . Apply to
www.cemexusa.com
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: To coordinate all plant repairs for Ready Mix Plants in assigned region; Represent company's interests and ensure that maintenance objectives are met to specification on time; Supervise, manage, train, and develop from 4 to 6 staff of plant mechanics; Approve all Pro-Card purchases from each mechanic; Determine work flow and staff priorities. Create and release SAP work orders; Approve and sign off KRONOS electronic time cards, material purchasing, outside equipment rentals, and repairs to staff service trucks; Daily contact with Area Managers to prioritize repairs, major maintenance, modify existing equipment, and improving production equipment and facilities; Provide expertise in troubleshooting plant process and mechanical systems to ensure maximum plant uptime; Coordinate with all departments to include; procurement, accounts payable, dispatch, vehicle maintenance, environmental, H/R, and quality control; Promote a Zero Injury culture by ensuring staff adherence to company safety policies, practices and identify safety improvements.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Frequent sitting, standing, and walking; Normal office environment; May require to lift up to 40 pounds; May work various hours and occasional overnight travel to plant locations; Will require to visit plant locations in assigned region; Plant locations may contain dust, fumes, and medium to loud noise levels.
Qualifications: 5-7 years in related field a plus; Knowledge of processing plant methods and equipment. Ready mix concrete plant maintenance experience a plus; Knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA requirements; Five years experience in job offered or as maintenance superintendent, plant engineer, or supervisor in related processing plant maintenance or production role; Knowledge and experience with basic cost accounting, business economics, budgeting, and SAP reporting.
Quality Control Submittal Manager - 1 position - El Dorado Hills and Pleasanton, CA. Apply to
www.cemexusa.com
Job Summary: Plans, coordinates, and directs quality control program designed to ensure continuous production of products consistent with established standards by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Develops and analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards, and establish proposed quality and reliability expectancy of finished product; Formulates and maintains quality control objectives and coordinates objectives with production procedures in cooperation with other managers to maximize product reliability and minimize costs; Directs workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products; Plans, promotes, and organizes training activities related to product, quality, and reliability; Must comply with company safety rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds; Investigates and adjusts customer complaints regarding quality in order to maintain customer relations; Reads and understands specs for projects; Works closely with sales group on spec reviews; Works closely with QC field managers and SAP administrator; Manages submittal representatives; Will be responsible for QC lab; Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Frequent sitting, standing, and walking; Some travel
Qualifications: 6-10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering; SAP knowledge a plus; Must have knowledge of the ready mix and aggregate industry in California; Must have a P.E. (Professional Engineer); Familiar with National Ready-Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA); Familiar with office environment.
Senior Safety Representative - Watsonville, CA. Requirements include 5-10 years of professional Safety experience in heavy highway & site development construction (earthwork, underground, paving, traffic control, concrete flat work and transporting equipment) and surface mining. 2-5 years of safety management experience. Working knowledge of CalOSHA and MSHA regulations. Knowledgeable in construction and mining equipment operation, commercial vehicle operation and laborer work. Requires clean driving record.
Contact: Resumes may be emailed to
jobs@graniterock.com For complete position description please visit
www.graniterock.com/careers
Superintendent/Foreman - Paso Robles, CA. Lime Mountain Company has an opening in Paso Robles for an experienced Superintendent/Foreman. A qualified candidate for this hands-on position will have knowledge in safety compliance and the ability to guide and lead his or her crew.
Contact: Bill Wahl,
wwahl@imvnevada.com or (702) 592-2672.
Safety Trainer – Chico, CA. CalOSHA’s Mining & Tunneling Unit seeks a Northern California MSHA trainer. The position will begin as a temporary position (TAU) until the trainer takes and passes the Associate Safety Engineer exam. This allows someone to begin state service without going through the entire hiring process.
Contact: Mail resumes to Marcie Goodman @
mgoodman@dir.ca.gov
Duties: Prepares and conducts mine training and education programs for mining industry employees and employers; Develops and revises safety orders for mining, tunneling and mineral Industries; Consults with management and labor on mine safety programs; Assists in developing comprehensive accident prevention programs in the mining, tunneling and mineral industries; Assists the Senior Safety Engineer (Mine Training and Consulting) in all phases of mine training and education; Acts for the Senior Safety Engineer in her absence; Acts as lead engineer on combined training and consulting calls; Overnight Travel in Northern CA at times; Performs other duties as required.
