The Night Shift Aggregate Foreman is responsible for leading overnight mill operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production during non-daytime hours. This role supervises hourly team members, coordinates workflow, and serves as the primary on-shift leader, maintaining operational continuity and addressing issues in real time.

Aggregate Foreman Core Skills & Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Supervision

• Lead and coordinate hourly production employees during the night shift.
• Serve as the primary on-site leader during overnight hours, making sound decisions to maintain operations.
• Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and training to team members.
• Enforce company policies, work rules, and attendance standards.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate nightly priorities and expectations.

Safety & Compliance

• Apply strong knowledge of safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with all PPE requirements.
• Respond appropriately to incidents and maintain accurate incident reporting.

Production & Operational Excellence

• Monitor production processes to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Lead shift turnover communication with day shift to ensure smooth handoffs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify overnight process opportunities.
• Maintain accurate production and downtime reports.

Problem Solving & Equipment Coordination

• Troubleshoot operational and equipment issues in real time.
• Coordinate with on-call maintenance as needed.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and strong operational awareness.

Communication & Administrative Skills

• Communicate effectively across shifts and departments.
• Use basic computer skills for reporting, documentation, and recordkeeping.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or mill environment.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Ability to work night shift hours, including weekends and overtime as needed.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong independent decision-making skills and accountability.
• Ability to lead effectively with minimal on-site supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Working Conditions

• Industrial manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and moving equipment.
• Night shift schedule (typically evening to early morning hours).
• Requires standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, working at elevated heights, and entering confined spaces.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated workspaces/heights, and safely enter and work within confined spaces.
• Capable of working in varying environmental conditions including heat, cold, and dust.