Plant Manager Jobs

AutoReqId: 17499BR

Pay Class: Salaried Exempt

Minimum Pay Rate: $102,000.00

Maximum Pay Rate: $153,000.00

Department: Operations

Job Posting:

The Role and the Company

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America, previously known as Lehigh Hanson, operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO

Lehigh Hanson is seeking a qualified Plant Manager for our Rich Hill, PA quarry who will be responsible for managing all aspects of the aggregate operation to include supervising staff, front office, scale house, and quality control operations.

• Work in conjunction with maintenance department to determine optimal times for production equipment repairs; troubleshoot and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems
• Identify opportunities, develop strategies, and execute the plan for operational improvement
• Work closely with Sales and Quality Control to ensure that products meet customer’s needs and expectations
• Participate in the development of annual operating and capital budgets
• Identify, assess, and resolve employee issues including coaching, and counselling on behavioral issues & act as a role model and leader
• Prepare operational schedule and coordinate production activities
• Execute quarry development and mine planning; ensure accuracy of all mine production reporting
• Identify key inventory items needed for maintenance projects and manage inventory
• Ensure compliance requirements are met through organizational and procedural measures including implementation of corporate guidelines, conducting training and monitoring compliance
• Interact with governmental and regulatory agencies, customers, vendors, Heidelberg Materials management, and the local community
• Plan and direct the daily operations of a quarry producing crushed stone, including financial responsibility, supervision and development of staff, production efficiency and cost effectiveness of operations
• Ensure plant and mobile equipment are kept in good and safe working condition
• Proactively manage health & safety of employees to continuously improve the company's health & safety performance

This position will be based in Connellsville, PA.

HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• At least 10 years of quarry experience and understanding crushing and process equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prior supervisory experience in the crushed stone segment of an aggregate business
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 75 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment
• Ability to communicate clear and concise instructions in a professional manner
• Bachelor's degree with mining related discipline (Preferred) or the equivalent in relevant work experience
• Previous experience with budgeting and financial planning of an operation
• Solid understanding of government regulations and demonstrated ability to impact safe working practices
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Work Environment:

• Role operates in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, uneven surfaces, working at heights, climbing and dusty conditions.

Benefits & Compensation:

We appreciate that candidates have many questions when considering opportunities, so we want to let you know that we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which we like to share with candidates a little bit later in the process.

External candidates must be able to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Employer Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled