Operations Manager

AMAT

Elko, Nevada, United States

Job ID: 523724

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the management and oversight of the asphalt, aggregate , RMC and construction operations for Staker Parson Materials & Construction in Elko, NV. The Elko Operations Manager leads and manages all aspects of safety, operations, sales, finance, equipment and critical support functions with the primary responsibility for ensuring effective execution of company aggregate operational performance and growth strategy. Competency requirements include business acumen, customer focus, developing direct reports, drive for results, strategic agility and building effective teams. The preferred candidate can lead and motivate within a safe team environment. A successful Operations Manager will foster and sustain a positive, effective, and efficient work environment that is aligned with the purpose of our business which is to be The Preferred Source for each of our stakeholders:

• Customers - to be recognized as The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, asphalt, paving, and construction services
• Employees-to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of employees
• Shareholders-to deliver consistent and industry leading performance and growth
• Neighbors-to be a good corporate citizen

Operations Managers are expected to embrace and exhibit our CRH values:

• Put safety first
• Build enduring relationships
• Operate locally, but act as one company
• Continuously create value
• Do what we say and act with integrity

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Provide proactive leadership to ensure the safety culture of the company continues to grow by promoting safe production at all times. Collaborates with the local Safety and Environmental Departments to maintain a safe working environment that complies with company standards, as well as federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensures that all processes and equipment meet or exceed MSHA, OSHA and CRH safety guidelines. Continuously pursues a culture of Safety at all times and actively engages employees to reinforce safe behaviors
• Responsible for all aggregate/asphalt operations including safe production, quality, customer focus and maintaining the integrity of the safety and environmental systems within company's operations for aggregate production.
• Drive operational performance and improvements to meet or exceed company and regional goals.
• Ensure that all crews have the tools and training to operate safely at all times and that all federal, state and local laws concerning safety, environment and other applicable areas are adhered to.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources.
• Lead team in personal performance management including: team building, training and development, succession planning and effective recruiting and hiring.
• Work with GM to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans, and policies.
• Participate in annual budgeting and capital expenditure planning for aggregate/asphalt operations with OpCo leadership.
• Management of Capital Expenditure Projects for assigned area.
• Provide advice and support to estimating and sales teams during the job bidding process.
• Work closely with other lines of business (construction, ready mix concrete, and asphalt production) to ensure sufficient, quality products are provided for their needs
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

• BS Degree and or High School diploma with ten (5) or more years' experience in operations.
• Must have valid drivers license.
• Ability to manage and motivate team members of varying pipeline levels to engage in and support all safety, production, and financial initiatives.
• Experience in aggregate/asphalt/RMC production, delivery, sales, and customer service is highly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable rules and regulations governed by federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, including OSHA/MSHA.
• Self-directed, results-oriented, and highly motivated, requiring minimal direct guidance.
• Experience effectively managing and leading teams.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write and correspondence precisely. Ability to effectively present information in one on one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration, percent, land to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Experience managing budgets and performing basic financial analysis preferred

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, written or oral instructions

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of Database software.
• Proficient utilizing Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)

General Requirements

• Valid driver's license with the ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle record.
• Facility/Office location is based in Elko, NV, travel out of the area for short intervals will be required at times.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move from 10 to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job in the field, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts and heavy machinery; working from heights; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud when out in the field.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!