Operations Manager- Ready Mix Concrete

Heidelberg Materials • Bothell, WA

1d • $131,940 - $175,913 • Hybrid

About The Position

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees. This role oversees daily operations of the Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) plants to ensure efficiency and quality. It involves implementing and monitoring safety protocols, managing and developing plant staff, coordinating with logistics and sales teams, and analyzing production data for improvements.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-site operations with a focus on safety, efficiency and team development.
• Collaborative leadership style that builds trust, develops talent and strengthens engagement.
• Prior experience with plant and equipment operations along with preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Problem-solving mindset with focus on continuous improvement and operational discipline.
• Strong business and operational acumen (i.e., CAPEX, P&L) with the capability to drive results in a dynamic environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of skills, knowledge and capability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) plants to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Manage and develop plant staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with logistics and sales teams to meet customer demands and optimize delivery schedules.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Daily operation of a ready-mix batch plant ensuring efficient production and delivery of high-quality concrete while adhering to safety protocol.
• Planning and budgeting, effective and efficient operations management, equipment utilization, safety and environmental compliance as well as personnel management.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave
• 15 days of Paid Vacation
• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Participation in the Company Fleet Vehicle Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager