Foreman, Sand Washing Plant

At Theo Pouw, we are constantly working to transform waste materials into high-quality new raw materials using innovative techniques, sustainable solutions, and expert craftsmanship. We are constantly evolving, and we are looking for a hands-on foreman for our newly built sand washing plant. In the role of sand washing plant foreman, you will have a variety of responsibilities, including managing colleagues and monitoring the process to ensure that quality and quantity are maintained.

What are you going to do?

You will oversee operations on the shop floor and make adjustments as needed. In addition to being responsible for the day-to-day production at the sand washing plant, you will also ensure and schedule maintenance of the plant in consultation with the technical department. As a hands-on foreman, you will work alongside the team. Your duties will include:

• Day-to-day management of employees and the production process;
• Preparing the production schedule;
• Keeping the system clean;
• Establishing work procedures, keeping them up to date, and ensuring compliance;
• Analyzing and troubleshooting malfunctions, and preparing and drafting proposals to improve the system and its subsystems.

We operate on a two-shift system. What does this mean for you?

• Four day shifts: 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Four days off
• Four night shifts: 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

What are we asking?

You are proactive and have the organizational skills to effectively manage various tasks. In addition, you can collaborate with colleagues to achieve the desired results. You also bring the following:

• MTS degree or equivalent practical experience;
• 2 years of work experience in a similar position;
• Hold a VOL-VCA certificate or be willing to obtain one;
• Holds the following certifications: Safe Operation of Aerial Work Platforms and Authorized Person, or is willing to obtain them;
• Knowledge of products or materials.

VOG: Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is part of the application procedure.

What do we offer?

A contract for 40 hours per week for 7 months. In addition, you can count on:

• A salary between €3,171.82 and €4,173.91 gross per month (based on full-time employment, depending on experience);
• A shift premium of 22% and 8% vacation pay, which is increased by the shift premium;
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer, from 10 kilometers one way with a maximum of 50 kilometers per day;
• Investment in your talent and development through our Online Academy and job-specific courses;
• A good pension plan with the Transport Pension Fund, with a total contribution of 30% of the pension base and an employee contribution of 10.16%;
• Groep health insurance through Zilverenkruis with attractive discounts;
• 27.5 vacation days based on full-time employment and additional days from the age of 45;
• Good company restaurant where your order is freshly prepared at a good price.

We do not appreciate unsolicited applications in response to this vacancy.

Who are we?

At our facility in Eemshaven, we process contaminated mineral waste 24/7—using equipment such as the thermal cleaner—to produce high-quality, sustainable secondary raw materials. In addition, we produce high-quality concrete and coordinate the transport of building materials and construction and demolition debris. Our colleagues work on and around the facilities to ensure the quality of our products, optimize production, and load our own ships and trucks using cranes or shovels (Komatsu, Hitachi, Volvo, Sennebogen). Would you like to join our team and help build a sustainable future together? Come work at the Theo Pouw Group.

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