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CalPortland

Ready Mix Plant Manager

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What they do

A Production Plant Manager directs work and resources needed for a manufacturing production process. Plans and manages production work that meets cost, quality and quantity specifications for a company or project.

$126,391 / year median in California

-1% projected decline

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Job Description

Job Summary

The Ready-Mix Plant Manager works closely with the batch men and drivers in overseeing ready-mix plant production, operations and site facilities. This individual is responsible for planning and budgeting, effective and efficient operations management, equipment utilization, safety and environmental compliance as well as personnel management. This position ensures that customer quality requirements are met.



Benefits

At CalPortland, we're proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That's why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.



Compensation

$90,000 - $110,000 /AnnuallyResponsibilities Responsible for safety, environmental matters, cost control, production and maintenance for the ready-mix facilities

Establish and monitor a production plan: maintain accurate cost and inventory control, calculate and analyze productivity and material data

Document production statistics and produce reports and analysis as required

Oversee mobile equipment

Responsible for capital and operating budget processes

Develop plans to work towards improved performance and lower operating costs

Understand the value of quality and ensure processes are in place to provide a quality product to customers

Perform duties related to OSHA/CalPortland regulations, including accident investigations and reporting, safety meetings, training, etc.; actively engage with employees to reinforce safe behaviors

Work closely with other departments to ensure safety, environmental compliance, quality and materials performance

Communicate and maintain positive relationships with the local community

Personnel management and development

Education BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Mining, or Civil Engineering or equivalent a plus

Any relevant operations management certifications, i.e. industry specific management training

Requirements/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 a plus

Work experience with SAP or equivalent ERP system a plus

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

Preferred:

Experience in a vertically integrated construction materials organization

Experience with SAP

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate 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.

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