Area Aggregate Manager

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc.•Lower Allen Township, PA

About The Position

The Area Aggregate Manager is responsible for supervising and supporting Aggregate superintendents through coaching and developing a team focused on the safe and efficient operation of their respective facilities. The incumbent will support NESL under the direction of the Regional Aggregate manager; focusing on the safety of employees; costs control, product quality, inventory management and customer service.

Requirements

Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience, including, but not limited to surface aggregate mining, processing and maintenance.
Proven ability to build professional relationships with leaders and external networks.
Excellent customer service orientation.
Must have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must possess strong attention to detail, good organizational skills with the ability to ensure accurate work.
Demonstrated skills and ability to be persuasive and collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.
Ability to work independently but as part of a team concept.
Flexibility and the ability to operate under stressful, time-sensitive deadlines.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or relevant discipline preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

Leads Quarry Superintendents to ensure safe and efficient Aggregate operations.
Provides coaching and guidance to Superintendents to assist in the management of facility personnel, cultivating a strong culture of safety, teamwork and best practices.
Outlines NESL Strategic Initiatives, providing support to Superintendents assisting them in establishing action plans to obtain the Strategic Initiatives.
Identifies operating deficiencies through the use of KPIs, developing and communicating an action plan to address these deficiencies.
Assists Superintendents in day-to-day decision making when needed.
Works with Superintendents to assist them with understanding and managing their production, labor, product quality and equipment costs.
Works with Superintendents and Purchasing Department to maintain a critical spares list and secure quality parts and equipment at a competitive price point.
Develops long range mining and operating plans to keep NESL operations current with industry standards.
Works with NESL Engineering staff and consultants to ensure all facilities are compliant with local, state and federal environmental regulations.
Maintains an open line of communication with the Sales team, ensuring industry best customer service.
Assists in the hiring of operations personnel.
Manages the relationship between labor and NESL management as it applies to the day-to-day operations.
Where applicable, assists NESL management in the negotiation and application of Collective Bargaining Agreements, grievance resolution and arbitration.
Assists superintendents to understand and work with represented employees and the respective Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Handles day to day labor and personnel issues, ensuring that there is an open line of communication with all employees.
Aids Regional Manager in developing operating budget, ensuring that sales projections are met, inventory is managed, and production cost controls are in place to maximize EBITDA.
Works closely with Regional Manager and NESL Accounting staff to monitor and manage monthly costs and inventories.