Asphalt Plant Superintendent (Nights)

Allan Myers, Inc•Chesapeake, VA

20d

About The Position

The Asphalt Plant Superintendent is responsible for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the asphalt plant. The role oversees plant production, maintenance, quality control, inventory management, environmental compliance, and employee supervision to meet production schedules and customer demands. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring a visible presence throughout the plant. The Superintendent monitors operations, troubleshoots production and equipment issues, coordinates daily activities with paving operations and trucking, and supports employees in the field. The role is the primary leader for plant personnel and works closely with operations, quality control, maintenance, trucking, and customers. The position requires scheduling flexibility. Work may include day and night shifts, weekends, holidays, and extended hours depending on production demands, weather, and operational needs. The Superintendent provides leadership across shifts and responds to operational issues, interruptions, equipment failures, and emergencies outside normal business hours. Salary range is $95,000–$130,000, based on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED); equivalent work experience will be considered.
Minimum 6 years of asphalt plant experience, including at least 2 years of Superintendent experience, preferred.
OSHA 30-hour certification required; candidates without it must certify or enroll in a certification course within 6 months of hire or promotion.
Valid driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
Continuing education in construction highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, coach, and develop asphalt plant employees.
Promote safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Maintain a visible presence and interact regularly with employees during production activities.
Conduct safety meetings, coaching, performance discussions, and corrective action when needed.
Assist with workforce planning, scheduling, hiring, onboarding, and training.
Direct daily plant operations to meet production schedules and customer demands safely.
Monitor production and adjust operations to improve efficiency and product quality.
Troubleshoot production, equipment, and operational issues and help implement solutions.
Coordinate production schedules and material needs with paving operations, dispatch, trucking, and customers.
Ensure asphalt products meet approved specifications and mix designs.
Respond to operational issues during day and night production as needed.
Work with maintenance personnel on preventative maintenance programs.
Inspect plant equipment and facilities, identify maintenance needs, and minimize downtime.
Assist with mechanical, electrical, and production-related troubleshooting.
Coordinate shutdowns, repairs, and plant improvement projects.
Serve as a key contact for internal and external customers on production schedules and material availability.
Partner with operations teams to support paving and external sales activities.
Resolve customer concerns and operational challenges professionally and promptly.
Communicate and collaborate across departments to support business success.
Provide leadership and oversight for daytime and nighttime plant operations.
Adjust schedules to meet production needs and support employees across shifts.
Respond to issues, production interruptions, equipment failures, and emergencies outside normal business hours.
Ensure night operations meet daytime standards for safety, quality, productivity, and customer service.