Area Operations Leader — Multi-Site, Safety & Growth

Imperium Global; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company vehicle

Job summary

Imperium Global is partnering with a leading global building materials business to appoint an Area Operations Manager responsible for multiple sites. You will lead Plant Managers and be accountable for safety, production, cost, and people across the area.

The role prioritizes a zero-harm safety culture, MSHA compliance, and continuous improvement, with development toward an executive track. Local candidates and those willing to relocate are welcome.

Qualifications

• 3+ to 7+ years of operations leadership experience.
• Experience leading Plant Managers; multi-site experience preferred.
• Background in aggregates, cement or mining ideal; other heavy manufacturing considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead Plant Managers and oversee area operations across multiple sites.
• Drive zero-harm safety culture and MSHA compliance.
• Own production, cost, quality, and P&L for the area.
• Shape maintenance strategy and capital project delivery.
• Foster continuous improvement and share best practices across sites.
• Build relationships with customers, community and stakeholders.

Skills

Operations leadership

Multi-site leadership

Safety & compliance

Cost & P&L management

People development

Job description

Imperium Global is partnering with a leading global building materials business to appoint an Area Operations Manager responsible for multiple sites. You will lead Plant Managers and be accountable for safety, production, cost, and people across the area.

The role prioritizes a zero-harm safety culture, MSHA compliance, and continuous improvement, with development toward an executive track. Local candidates and those willing to relocate are welcome.