Plant Operations Manager

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. What we do is bigger than construction – it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com/.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary:

Directs operational activities related to production and delivery of asphalt materials including safety, compliance, customer service and quality control, responsible for planning, execution, and monitoring of overall production and profitability of manufacturing plant operations within assigned area.

Main Responsibilities

• Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams

• Support, promote, and practice the Company’s core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies

• Promote safety of all operations in assigned area; actively involved in continuously improving safety processes

• Support and promote company strategy initiatives

• Direct all aspects of operations related to manufacturing in assigned area to support achievement of established performance indicator targets related to safety, production, quality, and financial performance

• Establish budgets and production schedules, prepare monthly forecasts, and monitor operational performance

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to manufacturing operations

• Oversee hiring, performance management, and development activities for manufacturing employees

• Establish, administer, and measure key performance indicators and goals/objectives for manufacturing teams to support continuous improvement

• Ensure collaboration, communication, team development, and recognition by establishing effective communication channels, leading team meetings, etc.

• Develop and coordinate implementation of plans for efficient use of materials, equipment, and employees

• Actively monitor market trends and anticipate production needs; adapt processes and coordinate production schedules in conjunction with sales, construction, and quality control teams to meet internal and external demand

• Actively participate in bidding and estimating processes including review and analysis of bid results

• Prepare profit and loss reports for manufacturing operations; present operational budgets to senior management

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including internal teams and external vendors, customers, representatives of local/county/state government and industry partners

• Coordinate with asset management team to develop capital expense budget to support sustainability and growth

• Review production costs and product quality, and modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operations

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field of study; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Valid drivers’ license and ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle record required

Skills:

• 8+ years of experience in aggregate mining, construction materials manufacturing (ready-mix, aggregates, and/or asphalt) or similar area preferred

• 5+ years of experience effectively handling, leading, motivating and developing teams

• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local agency regulations (OSHA, MSHA, DEQ, DOT, etc.)

• Experience handling budgets and performing in-depth financial analysis

• Self-directed, driven by results, and highly motivated, requiring minimal direct guidance

• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, problem-solve, and work under consistent pressure of deadlines

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer programs, including MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), and production/scheduling planning software

Physical Requirements:

• Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE), as required by company safety guidelines

• Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

• Regularly required to drive a vehicle to worksites and offices; may be required to occasionally operate heavy equipment

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Regularly required to sit for long periods at a desk using a computer

• Work performed in office and field environments; frequent exposure to typical production plant/aggregate site conditions, including dust and loud noise, and all weather conditions

• Regularly required to stand and walk over uneven terrain

• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Extensive travel with overnight stays away from home may be required

• Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle and manipulate objects, write, use a keyboard and/or mobile device

• Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear), and perform tasks requiring visual acuity

Benefits and Perks:

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options

• Prescription Drug Coverage

• Dental and Vision Plans

• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options

• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

• Product and Service Group Discount Programs

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change.

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