Plant Operator II/ Site Supervisor

Sparrow Company•El Paso, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sparrow Company is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Plant Operator II/Site Supervisor to oversee daily operations at an aggregate and asphalt production site. This hands-on leadership position is responsible for maintaining a strong safety culture while managing extraction, processing, plant production, maintenance, staffing, contractors, and product distribution. The Site Supervisor will work closely with the Area Manager to monitor and optimize production processes, control costs, and achieve operational goals while maintaining compliance with applicable MSHA, OSHA, environmental, and company standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum three (3) years of experience in asphalt, manufacturing, and/or delivery within the building materials industry
Minimum one (1) year of supervisory or management experience
Valid driver's license required
Experience with planning and budgeting
Knowledge and experience with MSHA and OSHA regulations
Knowledge of heavy mobile and fixed mining, asphalt production, and related equipment
Ability to lead employees, contractors, and other personnel in a production environment
Strong understanding of plant production processes and equipment operations
Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to monitor production, costs, staffing, and equipment performance
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Broader industry knowledge preferred
Understanding of plant and equipment used in ready-mix concrete and asphalt operations preferred
Ability to work safely and effectively in an industrial production environment

Responsibilities

Cultivate and maintain a positive safety culture throughout the plant and job site
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
Lead internal employees, contractors, and external personnel in safely executing site activities
Oversee extraction, plant operations, product distribution, and contractor activities
Conduct and oversee pre-work inspections and ensure proper operation and maintenance of safety equipment
Maintain compliance with MSHA requirements and applicable OSHA standards
Monitor and optimize production processes to achieve volume and operational goals
Develop and implement production methods, scheduling, and staffing plans to support production requirements
Monitor uptime, tons per hour, overtime, wage costs, and other production metrics
Manage contractors and coordinate work to support safe and efficient operations
Plan and lead plant maintenance activities to balance maintenance spending with equipment availability
Prioritize repair and preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and operational life
Maintain required records and documentation for the assigned aggregate and/or asphalt site
Ensure required environmental, MSHA, and OSHA records are maintained accurately and timely
Work with the Quality Control team to establish production targets for in-specification products
Support applicable product testing and reporting requirements
Coordinate with vendors and procurement regarding parts, equipment, and services
Balance production requirements with costs, availability, and lead times when obtaining parts and services
Work with internal and external teams to meet environmental and reclamation requirements and company guidelines
Assist with accident investigations and environmental investigations as needed
Assist with regulatory and compliance activities related to site operations
Monitor production and operational costs and identify opportunities for improved efficiency
Communicate operational needs, concerns, and performance updates to the Area Manager
Perform other duties as assigned