Ready Mix Plant Manager

CalPortland • Tacoma, WA

5d • $85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Ready-Mix Plant Manager works closely with batch men and drivers to oversee ready-mix plant production, operations, and site facilities. The role is responsible for planning and budgeting, efficient operations management, equipment utilization, safety and environmental compliance, and personnel management. The manager ensures customer quality requirements are met.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience running a ready-mix operation, including ancillary functions such as yard production and product delivery.
• Experience with OSHA/MSHA regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements.
• Experience managing groups of employees in one or more locations.
• Experience implementing driver training programs covering driving technique, truck maintenance, product delivery, ticketing, payments, and customer service.
• Knowledge of office systems, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require ongoing FMCSA-regulated drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Mining, or Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Relevant operations management certifications, such as industry-specific management training.
• Personnel management experience, including interviewing and selection, performance reviews, wage issues, discipline, and legal compliance requirements.
• Work experience with SAP or an equivalent ERP system.
• Experience in a vertically integrated construction materials organization.
• Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, environmental matters, cost control, production, and maintenance for ready-mix facilities.
• Establish and monitor production plans; maintain accurate cost and inventory controls; and calculate and analyze productivity and material data.
• Document production statistics and prepare reports and analyses as required.
• Oversee mobile equipment.
• Manage capital and operating budget processes.
• Develop plans to improve performance and lower operating costs.
• Ensure processes are in place to provide customers with a quality product.
• Perform duties related to OSHA and CalPortland regulations, including accident investigations and reporting, safety meetings, and training; actively reinforce safe behaviors with employees.
• Coordinate with other departments to support safety, environmental compliance, quality, and materials performance.
• Communicate with and maintain positive relationships with the local community.
• Manage and develop personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement program
• Voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed