Robert Granger
Longmont
Summary
Experienced cement industry professional with a strong background in quality control, laboratory testing, and plant operations. Proven ability to support production efficiency, ensure product quality, and coordinate logistics and shipping operations. Skilled in process optimization, troubleshooting, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. Hands-on experience across operations, lab analysis, and equipment handling with a track record of reliability and continuous improvement.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent-Quality, Raw Materials, & Shipping
Cemex
10.2025 - Current
- Oversee quality control and raw material performance for cement plant operations
- Manage laboratory testing
- Coordinate with external labs for specialized testing and analysis
- Interpret lab data to optimize raw mix design and kiln feed consistency
- Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and industry specifications
- Support plant operations through troubleshooting raw material variability
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency
- Lead and optimize shipping operations, including logistics coordination and order fulfillment
- Manage inventory alignment to support production and customer demand
- Ensure timely and accurate loading of cement to customers
- Coordinate shipping maintenance across plant departments to maintain efficiency
- Monitor and improve shipping performance, accuracy, and turnaround times
- Support customer satisfaction by ensuring delivery reliability and product availability
Superintendent-Quality & Raw Materials
Cemex
12.2022 - 10.2025
- Oversee quality control and raw material performance for cement plant operations
- Manage laboratory testing
- Coordinate with external labs for specialized testing and analysis
- Interpret lab data to optimize raw mix design and kiln feed consistency
- Ensure compliance with internal quality standards and industry specifications
- Support plant operations through troubleshooting raw material variability
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency
Physical Tester & Lab Analyst
Cemex
04.2016 - 12.2022
- Performed physical testing of raw materials and finished cement products (fineness, moisture, bulk density, Blaine, sieve analysis)
- Conducted sample preparation, including crushing, splitting, and grinding to ensure representative lab results
- Monitored and recorded quality control data to support kiln stability and product consistency
- Performed chemical and physical analysis in accordance with ASTM and plant QA/QC standards
- Calibrated and maintained lab equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results
- Identified material variability and communicated results to operations for process adjustments
- Assisted with troubleshooting quality issues related to raw mix and finished cement performance
- Maintained detailed lab records and ensured compliance with internal and regulatory requirements
- Followed strict safety procedures when handling materials, equipment, and chemicals
Heavy Equipment Operator
Cemex
07.2011 - 04.2016
- Operated front end loader to handle raw materials including limestone, clay, and additives for plant production
- Maintained consistent feed of materials to crushers, hoppers, and storage areas to support continuous operations
- Performed daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Managed material stockpiles, including blending and segregation control to maintain quality consistency
- Loaded trucks and assisted with internal material transport across the plant site
- Followed strict safety protocols while operating heavy equipment in high-traffic industrial environments
- Communicated with plant operators and supervisors to coordinate material flow and production needs
Plant Utility
Cemex
05.2008 - 07.2011
- Supported daily plant operations across multiple areas including raw mill, kiln, and finish mill
- Assisted operators with equipment checks, startup/shutdown procedures, and process monitoring
- Performed routine cleaning, housekeeping, and material handling to maintain safe and efficient operations
- Helped monitor material flow and identify issues affecting production or quality
- Conducted basic inspections on conveyors, belts, and equipment to detect wear or potential failures
- Assisted maintenance teams with repairs, shutdowns, and preventative maintenance tasks
- Followed plant safety procedures and lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements
- Communicated with operators and supervisors to ensure smooth production flow
Laser Optics Technician
RMI Laser
12.2007 - 05.2008
- Prepared and processed infrared optical lenses, including gallium (Ga) and germanium (Ge) materials
- Cleaned, handled, and inspected optical components to meet strict surface quality and contamination standards
- Performed precision prep work such as polishing, mounting, and staging lenses for coating or assembly
- Followed detailed work instructions for handling sensitive IR optical materials prone to damage and contamination
- Conducted visual and dimensional inspections to ensure components met quality specifications
- Maintained cleanroom standards and proper environmental controls during lens preparation
- Documented production activities and ensured traceability of materials and components
- Identified defects or inconsistencies and communicated issues to quality and engineering teams
- Followed strict safety procedures when working with delicate and high-value optical materials
Education
Associate of Science -
Front Range Community College
Longmont, CO05-2026
Skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, trend tracking)
- Seeq data analytics and process monitoring
- Process data analysis and visualization
- Statistical data analysis and reporting
- Quality control and quality assurance
- Raw material testing and analysis
- Cement chemistry and process knowledge
- Root cause analysis and problem solving
- Process optimization and continuous improvement Laboratory testing and instrumentation
- XRF (WD-XRF) analysis and interpretation
- Production and shipment coordination
- Inventory tracking and material balance
- Cross-functional communication (operations, lab, production)
- Technical report writing and documentation
Certification
- Root cause analysis – Pueblo Corporate College
- Master of Cement, class of 2024 – Cemex
- ACI Cement Physical Tester Certification – American Concrete Institute
- WD-XRF Theory and Applications Training – Fisher Scientific
Timeline
Superintendent-Quality, Raw Materials, & Shipping
Cemex
10.2025 - Current
Superintendent-Quality & Raw Materials
Cemex
12.2022 - 10.2025
Physical Tester & Lab Analyst
Cemex
04.2016 - 12.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
Cemex
07.2011 - 04.2016
Plant Utility
Cemex
05.2008 - 07.2011
Laser Optics Technician
RMI Laser
12.2007 - 05.2008
Associate of Science -
Front Range Community College