Plant Manager 1Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Plant Manager is responsible for all aspects of liquid asphalt plant operation including plant budget, plant staffing, EH&S compliance, housekeeping, materials inventory, production, equipment reliability, quality specification, projects to meet changing asset needs. This individual works closely with the production team, sales, quality assurance and load manager.
Position Responsibilities:- Leadership; directly supervises production managers and hourly employees and carries out manager responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include maintaining an excellent team, training, mentoring and leading employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Lead the management of plant assets.
- Development of plant processes/systems to ensure effective material production.
- Communication, electronic and paper recordkeeping, bottom line responsibility.
- Use of benchmarking and best practices to identify and implement plant improvements.
- Work with quality assurance on plant quality control and quality assurance programs.
- Leadership of EH&S and related compliance programs.
- Ability to perform all duties within the facility, and to be a teacher of those capabilities
Position Requirements: - Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5+ years Process/ Supervisory experience preferred.
- Previous experience in managing manufacturing plant/industrial facility preferred.
- Leadership experience, building superior teams, setting expectations, holding people accountable, leading by example.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Availability to work a flexible schedule.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment.
- Must have exceptional communication and computer skills.
- Must be able to work in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.
- Local candidates preferred.
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Physical Requirements:- Normal concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort.
- Normal memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.
- Normal complexity of decision-making.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Normal physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account with the ability to stand and walk daily/frequently.
- Normal physical strength to handle routine field operations with a lifting requirement of up to 50 pounds, possible strenuous activity, and possible elevated workspaces.
- Must be able to work out of doors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner.
- Work indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
- Work in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
Key Competencies:- Organized and Strong Attention to Detail
- Dedication to producing error-free, accurate work.
- Gets things done.
- Successfully juggles multiple projects.
- Manages time efficiently.
- Drive for Results
- Bias for action and getting things done.
- Taking calculated risks.
- Prioritize and push projects and initiatives to completion.
- Follows up with various parties.
- Teamwork
- Develops and leverages cooperative relationships.
- Willingly shares information/resources and assists others.
- Contributes constructively to the team decision making process.
- Supports the team decision with comments/actions outside the team.
- Fosters development by giving feedback, coaching, and mentoring.
- Embraces and Drives Change
- Demonstrates energy for effective implementation of change.
- Sees what is possible.
- Takes responsible risk.
- Owns & sustains the change.
- Personal Growth Mindset
- Able to reflect and learn from mistakes.
- Is curious and asks questions.
- Seeks to continuously improve themselves and everyone around them.
Hiring for Excellence Criteria:- Education, Experience, Behavior, and Competency Alignment: Must possess the education, technical, and interpersonal skills essential for the role.
- Cultural and Core Values Fit: Compatibility with IAS culture and behaviors that define success within the IAS.
- Adaptability: Demonstrates the ability to grow, learn, and contribute to the dynamic work environment.
- Leadership Potential: For managerial roles, a focus on leadership qualities such as empathy, strategic vision, and influence.
FLSA Status: Exempt
