Area Production Manager

Central Stone Company; Missouri; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Company vehicle

Cell phone

Job summary

Central Stone Company is seeking an Area Production Manager based in Fenton, Missouri, to oversee day-to-day production across 11 locations, including 10 limestone quarries and 1 granite/trap rock quarry. The role focuses on optimizing plant processes and supporting Quarry Superintendents to maintain safety and efficiency.

The position requires strong leadership, communication, and the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet company goals and maintain reliable production across

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Safety-minded and goal-oriented
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Able to multitask and manage time efficiently
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production at all locations and support Superintendents to maintain a safe, efficient operation.
• Ensure safety processes are followed and align with the company goal of zero citations.
• Review production reports and gradation results to meet maintenance and production goals.
• Mentor Superintendents and assist with staff development and training.
• Coordinate with Superintendents and managers to plan maintenance and identify equipment repairs.
• Provide training on equipment operation and maintenance; support succession planning.
• Collaborate with Sales, Mine Planning, and Environmental teams on goals and objectives.
• Assist HR with hiring hourly and salary staff and enforce company policies.

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!

This is a great time to join our team!

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.

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