Ready Mix Plant Manager
$75,000–$105,000 year
On-siteWalnut Creek, California, United States
Job Summary
Oversee ready-mix plant production, operations, and site facilities while managing batch men and drivers. Establish and monitor production plans, maintain accurate cost and inventory control, and document statistics for analysis. Manage capital and operating budgets, optimize equipment utilization, and ensure compliance with OSHA, CalPortland, and DOT regulations. Lead personnel management, including hiring, training, and performance reviews, while fostering positive relationships with the local community. Communicate safety protocols, conduct accident investigations, and reinforce safe behaviors through regular meetings and training.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5-7 years' 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 training programs for drivers including driving technique, truck maintenance, product delivery, ticketing, payments and customer service
- Personnel management experience, i.e., interview and selection, performance reviews, wage issues, discipline and legal compliance requirements
- Work experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system
- Knowledge of office systems, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, i.e., Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Customer service orientation
- BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Mining, or Civil Engineering or equivalent a plus
- Any relevant operations management certifications, i.e. industry specific management training
- Must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
- Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in a vertically integrated construction materials organization
- Experience with SAP
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