Line of Business: Aggregates
Pay Range: $120,950.00 - $161,256.66
Sand & Gravel Plant ManagerBristol and Rosser Plants | Ennis, TexasWe are seeking a results-oriented Sand & Gravel Plant Manager to oversee the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of our Bristol and Rosser plants in Ennis, Texas. This leader will drive operational excellence, develop high-performing teams, and ensure reliable product quality while supporting Heidelberg Materials' commitment to safety, sustainability, and customer service.
What You'll Be Doing- Lead all aspects of plant operations across both sand and gravel facilities, with safety as the top priority.
- Drive production performance, equipment reliability, and operating efficiencies to achieve business objectives.
- Manage and develop plant teams through effective coaching, communication, workforce planning, and performance management.
- Oversee budgeting, cost control, inventory management, and operational improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, and company standards while maintaining strong customer service and product quality.
Critical Experience- 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in aggregates, mining, sand and gravel, construction materials, or a related heavy industrial environment.
- Demonstrated success leading multi-site operations with accountability for safety, production, maintenance, quality, and financial performance.
- Experience managing plant budgets, cost controls, capital projects, and operational improvement initiatives.
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and coach teams while fostering employee engagement and accountability.
- Experience working with environmental, MSHA, regulatory, and compliance requirements in an industrial setting.
Critical Skills- Strong operational leadership skills with the ability to balance safety, production, quality, and customer service objectives.
- Knowledge of aggregate processing equipment, plant maintenance strategies, material handling, and production planning.
- Ability to analyze operational and financial data, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and change management skills.
- Proficiency with business systems, reporting tools, budgeting processes, and performance management practices.
What Are We Looking For- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-site aggregate operations and build a strong safety culture.
- Strong knowledge of sand and gravel processing, equipment maintenance, production planning, and operational best practices.
- Proven capability to analyze operational performance, manage priorities, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Effective leadership, communication, and team development skills with the ability to influence positive outcomes.
- Commitment to safety, operational excellence, environmental stewardship, and customer satisfaction.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of education, training, and industry experience will be considered.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible operations leadership experience in aggregates, mining, construction materials, manufacturing, or a related industrial environment.
- Demonstrated capability to successfully manage teams, operational performance, regulatory compliance, and business results in a plant environment.
Work Environment- Regular presence in plant, shop, office, and outdoor work environments with exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and moving equipment.
- Frequent interaction with production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and support teams across multiple locations.
- Periodic travel between operating sites and participation in on-call or extended work schedules as business needs require.
Physical Demands of the Job- Regularly walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, and navigate uneven surfaces throughout plant, mining, and operational areas.
- Frequently inspect equipment, conduct field observations, and move throughout indoor and outdoor work environments in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment up to 25 pounds and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Must be able to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through digital platforms, and perform work requiring close and distance vision.
- Ability to respond to operational issues and emergencies that may require extended periods of walking, standing, or working in active production environments.
What We Offer- Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
- Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
- Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
- Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
