About the PositionThe company is seeking an experienced
Plant Manager - Hard Rock to lead operations at a high-production aggregate quarry located in
Sawyer, Oklahoma.
Reporting directly to the
Director of Materials, the Plant Manager will be responsible for the overall performance, safety, productivity, and maintenance of the operation. This leadership role oversees plant personnel, equipment operators, production processes, and safety initiatives while ensuring efficient and profitable operations.
The facility includes:
- Five crushers
- Eight screens
- Wet and dry processing plants
- Approximately 3 million tons of annual production throughput
The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong operational experience in aggregate production, quarry management, crushing operations, and workforce leadership.
Key Responsibilities- Lead all day-to-day quarry and plant operations.
- Manage production activities to achieve throughput, quality, and profitability goals.
- Oversee equipment operators and plant personnel.
- Promote and enforce a strong culture of safety and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate maintenance planning and equipment availability to minimize downtime.
- Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for operational improvements.
- Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, production forecasting, and capital planning initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
- Develop and mentor employees while building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
RequirementsExperience- Proven leadership experience in aggregate production, quarry operations, mining, crushing, or related materials operations.
- Experience managing large-scale hard rock aggregate facilities.
- Strong background overseeing production teams, equipment operators, and maintenance activities.
- Demonstrated success driving safety, operational efficiency, and production performance.
- Experience managing high-volume crushing and screening operations.
Technical Knowledge- Understanding of crushing, screening, material processing, and aggregate production systems.
- Familiarity with both wet and dry plant operations.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and heavy equipment utilization.
- Strong operational and production planning capabilities.
Leadership Qualifications- Ability to lead, motivate, and develop plant personnel.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Hands-on management style with a commitment to safety and operational excellence.
- Ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership while maintaining accountability for site performance.
Benefits- Base Salary: $140,000-$150,000, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Company-provided truck
- Participation in a profit-sharing program tied directly to quarry performance
- Opportunity to join a growing and diversified heavy civil construction organization
- Long-term career growth potential within a well-capitalized and expanding company
