Aggregates Production Manager (Multi Site)

GCC Aggregates; Vega (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GCC Aggregates seeks an experienced Aggregates Production Manager to oversee safe, efficient production across multiple quarry sites delivering 1+ million tons annually. The role requires hands-on leadership, MSHA compliance expertise, and the ability to standardize best practices across locations.

Responsibilities include daily to monthly production planning, coordinating drilling, crushing, screening, and load-out, plus driving equipment reliability, cost control, and KPI tracking.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years in aggregates/mining required
• 3+ years in supervisory or management at an MSHA operation
• Strong MSHA knowledge and mine safety system experience
• Experience managing high-volume crushing and screening operations
• Proven ability to lead cross-site teams
• Bachelor's degree in Mining/Civil/Construction

Responsibilities

• Ensure zero-incident safety culture across MSHA sites and compliance with 30 CFR Parts 46, 47, 50, 56, 57
• Oversee daily to monthly production planning across multiple quarry sites
• Coordinate drilling, blasting, crushing, screening, stockpiling, and load-out activities
• Standardize operating procedures and best practices across locations
• Optimize plant throughput, uptime, and product quality; monitor inventory to meet demand
• Lead leadmen and production teams; develop talent and manage performance
• Control production costs (labor, fuel, consumables, contractors) and track KPIs (tons/hour, availability, safety)

Skills

Safety leadership

Operations management

Team leadership

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Aggregates Production Manager to lead safe, efficient, and cost-effective production across multiple mining operations producing a combined 1+ million tons annually.

This role provides direct leadership over quarry, crushing, screening, and load-out operations at multiple sites while ensuring full compliance with MSHA regulations, environmental permits, and company safety standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on operational leader with strong production discipline, safety leadership, and the ability to standardize best practices across sites.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & MSHA Compliance

• Champion a zero-incident safety culture across all assigned MSHA Metal/Non-Metal mine sites.
• Ensure compliance with 30 CFR Parts 46, 47, 50, 56, and 57, including training, workplace exams, and reporting.
• Lead and participate in:
  • Workplace examinations
  • Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
  • Incident and near-miss investigations
  • Corrective action tracking
• Serve as a primary site leader during MSHA inspections, audits, and follow-ups.
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, dust control plans, and reclamation requirements.

Production & Operations Management

• Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly production planning across multiple quarry sites.
• Coordinate drilling, blasting, crushing, screening, stockpiling, and load-out activities.
• Standardize operating procedures and best practices across all locations.
• Optimize plant throughput, uptime, and product quality.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet customer demand.
• Support operations running extended shifts, including nights & weekends

Maintenance & Equipment Coordination

• Partner with maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Review and prioritize preventive maintenance programs, wear-part usage, and shutdown planning.
• Support equipment upgrades, plant modifications, and capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate contractor activity for specialized services as needed.

Leadership & Team Development

• Directly manage leadmen and the production team across multiple locations.
• Develop talent through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Promote accountability, communication, and teamwork across geographically separated teams.
• Support operator training for mobile equipment, plant operations, and safety compliance.

Cost Control & Performance Metrics

• Manage and control production costs, including labor, fuel, consumables, and contractors.
• Track and analyze KPIs such as:
  • Tons per hour
  • Equipment availability and utilization
  • Safety performance indicators
• Prepare production reports, forecasts, and budget input for operations leadership.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in aggregates, mining, or heavy materials production required.
• 3+ years in a supervisory or management role at an MSHA Metal/Non-Metal operation required.
• Strong working knowledge of MSHA regulations and mine safety systems.
• Experience managing high-volume crushing and screening operations.
• Proven ability to lead teams across multiple sites.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with production reporting, scheduling, and KPI tracking.
• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Regular presence in quarry and plant environments with exposure to dust, noise, uneven terrain, and weather.
• Ability to walk plant structures, climb ladders, and inspect active operations.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as operational demands require.
• Ability to travel regularlly between assigned sites.

Why Join Us

• Leadership role overseeing large-scale, critical aggregates operations
• Opportunity to influence safety culture and operational performance across multiple sites
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits
• Company vehicle
• Relocation assistance,
• Long-term growth and advancement opportunities within operations leadership

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization.