Portable Aggregate Operations Manager

This position is responsible for organizing, developing, and overseeing portable aggregate operations across the Utah/Arizona region. The Operations Manager ensures safe, efficient, and profitable production while leading teams, optimizing performance, and maintaining high operational and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee all portable aggregate operations within the assigned region.
• Coordinate daily production activities and ensure achievement of production goals.
• Monitor production yields, product gradation, and overall operational performance.
• Manage production reporting, including Viewpoint system entries.
• Utilize forecasting tools (DF3) to support operational planning and reporting.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture for all personnel.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company safety policies.
• Maintain safe and environmentally responsible job site operations.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead recruitment, hiring, training, coaching, and retention of staff.
• Supervise employees by assigning work, setting schedules, and evaluating performance.
• Support Plant Superintendents, Supervisors, and Foremen with daily operations.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.

Financial & Performance Management

• Review financial and operational reports to monitor productivity and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and manage budgets to meet or exceed performance targets.
• Support and maintain internal reporting processes (including Oldcastle reporting).
• Lead and sustain performance management and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintenance & Equipment

• Oversee plant equipment maintenance programs and ensure best practices are followed.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules to maximize equipment uptime and efficiency.

Project & Program Management

• Manage capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects and other special initiatives.
• Serve as PEAK production administrator.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts and implement best practices across operations.

Customer & Business Development

• Strengthen customer relationships and improve product sales performance.
• Ensure the company remains a preferred supplier and industry leader in the region.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to achieve broader business objectives.

Additional Responsibilities

• Travel to remote job sites as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervise team members in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include hiring, training, performance management, scheduling, and disciplinary action when necessary.
• Address employee concerns and resolve operational issues effectively.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 35 years of related experience in aggregate operations or a similar field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in operations, sales, quality control, customer service/dispatch, and supervision preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of crushing and screening operations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and write clear instructions, reports, and correspondence.
• Effective communication and presentation skills for individual and small group settings.
• Strong mathematical skills, including working with measurements, fractions, and decimals.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Frequent travel to field locations and remote job sites.
• Exposure to outdoor conditions, including varying weather and job site environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.