Area Production Manager

Central-Stone-Company-1; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Company provided truck

Job summary

Central Stone Co. in Fenton, MO is seeking an Area Production Manager to oversee day-to-day production across multiple quarries, coach Superintendents, and drive safe, efficient operations aligned with company goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, process optimization, equipment maintenance planning, and collaboration with Sales, Mine Planning, and HR to staff and develop the team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the mining industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact with customers.
• Safety-minded and goal-oriented.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production at all locations and support Superintendents to maintain safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Ensure safety processes are followed across all locations with regular coordination with Safety Department.
• Review production reports and gradation results to meet maintenance and production goals.
• Mentor and support Superintendents in alignment with company goals for education and development.
• Coordinate with Superintendents and Managers on maintenance plans and major equipment repairs.
• Provide training on equipment and conduct refresher programs as needed.
• Develop skills of Assistant Superintendents to transition into Superintendent roles.
• Review engineering drawings and provide feedback on modifications and projects.
• Interact with Sales, Mine Planning, and Environmental teams on goals and strategies.

Skills

Area production

Mining industry

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Operations management

Equipment maintenance

Team development

Training

Office software

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

St. Louis Office
1195 Smizer Mill Rd.
Fenton, MO 63026, USA

Description

Here at Central Stone, we have spent the last 130+ years working to be the best at what we do. Through our array of construction aggregate products, we provide the foundation to connect people with their friends, families, and work. Although most don’t realize it, our products are used to build the homes, roads, and bridges that people throughout the Midwest use every day of their lives!

We are currently hiring for an Area Production Manager based out of our Fenton, MO office, with a regional presence of 11 locations. The Production Manager position will focus on day-to-day operations for the region’s 10 limestone quarries and 1 granite and trap rock quarry. This position will specifically focus on optimization of plant processes and support of Quarry Superintendents. The Production Manager regularly works with Superintendents to coach and train on safe and efficient production practices while maintaining alignment with the company’s long-term goals and objectives.

Area Production Manager Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day production at all assigned locations and provide support to Superintendents to sustain a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.


• Ensure all required safety processes and procedures are being followed at all locations. This requires coordination with our Safety Department through regular communication and in alignment with our company goal of maintaining a safe workplace and zero citation inspections.


• Review aggregate production reports and gradation results daily and follow-up with superintendents as needed to ensure various maintenance and production goals are achieved.


• Provide ongoing mentoring and support to Superintendents in alignment with company goals of ongoing education and personal development.


• Work with Superintendents, Area Operations Manager, and Corporate Equipment Manager to ensure proper maintenance plans are in place and being executed, as well as identifying future major equipment repairs.


• Coordinate with Superintendents to provide proper training on all equipment. This may include annual refresher training for maintenance and operation of mobile and plant equipment


• Work with Assistant Superintendents to develop the necessary skill set for them to transition in to the Superintendent role per the Assistant Superintendent Training Plan.


• Review engineering drawings and work with Area Operations Manager to provide feedback on proposed modification/upgrade/new construction projects.


• Regularly interact with Sales, Mine Planning, & Environmental teams on short and long-term goals and objectives.


• Work with Superintendents, Area Operations Manager, and Human Resources Department in hiring of hourly and salary employees.


• Enforce company policies and hold Superintendents and/or hourly employees accountable to set goals and objectives.

Area Production Manager Requirements and/or Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in the mining industry


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; the ability to interact with potential and existing customers.


• Safety-minded and goal-oriented.


• Self-motivated and self-directed.


• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.


• Ability to provide strong leadership to Superintendents and motivate to achieve various production goals with optimal efficiency.


• Ability to dissect complex situation and determine the most cost effective solution.


• Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team.


• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, paid Holidays & Vacation, 401k with Company match, company provided truck and cell phone, and more!

Pre-employment background check and drug screen required. Central Stone Co. is an EO/Affirmative Action employer for all including Women, Minorities, Veterans and Individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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