Asphalt plant foreman

S&L Materials, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

S&L Materials, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking an Asphalt Plant Foreman to oversee daily plant operations and supervise plant personnel, ensuring production schedules align with project demands.

You will monitor heavy equipment, enforce safety and environmental standards, coordinate with dispatch and trucking, and maintain accurate production records while troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime. This full-time on-site role requires hands-on leadership in an industrial setting and a

Qualifications

• Supervisory role with team leadership and monitoring performance.
• Experience operating heavy equipment in asphalt or aggregates.
• Clear communication with plant staff, drivers, managers, and vendors.
• Basic maintenance and routine repairs of plant equipment.
• Basic carpentry or construction skills for minor tasks.
• Background in asphalt production or aggregates.
• Knowledge of safety, environmental standards, and quality control.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather.
• High school diploma; technical training is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to Orlando plant.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations and supervise plant personnel.
• Coordinate production schedules and ensure asphalt mixes meet specs.
• Monitor heavy equipment and enforce safety protocols and maintenance.
• Communicate with dispatch, trucking, and site crews to align production with demands.
• Maintain accurate production records and troubleshoot operational issues.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Heavy equipment

Communication skills

Maintenance skills

Carpentry basics

Asphalt production experience

Safety & QA knowledge

Outdoor/industrial work

High school diploma

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Company Description

S&L Materials, Inc. is a construction-aggregate mining and trucking company headquartered in Central Florida, serving the state's infrastructure industry since 1997. The company supplies high-grade materials and trucking solutions for public, commercial, and residential contractors of all sizes, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance. Its aggregates are used in the construction of roads, bridges, parking lots, and large-scale grading projects. S&L Materials emphasizes cost-conscious, efficient production methods to help clients maximize project profitability. The company's operations expertise, values, and commitment to quality drive its reputation as a standard-setter in the construction-aggregate mining and trucking sector.

Role Description

The Asphalt Plant Foreman is a full-time, on-site role based in Orlando, FL, responsible for overseeing daily operations at the asphalt plant. This role includes supervising plant personnel, coordinating production schedules, and ensuring asphalt mixes meet quality and specification requirements. The foreman monitors heavy equipment operation, manages routine maintenance, and enforces safety protocols and environmental regulations. Daily tasks also involve communicating with dispatch, trucking, and site crews to align material production with project demands, maintaining accurate production records, and troubleshooting operational issues. The role requires hands-on involvement in the plant environment and collaboration with management to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory skills, including team leadership, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
• Experience working with heavy equipment commonly used in asphalt plants and aggregate operations.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with plant staff, truck drivers, project managers, and vendors.
• General maintenance skills for monitoring equipment condition and supporting routine repairs.
• Basic carpentry or related construction skills helpful for minor structural work and plant support tasks.
• Prior experience in asphalt production, aggregates, or related construction industry roles.
• Working knowledge of safety regulations, environmental standards, and quality control practices.
• Ability to work in outdoor, industrial environments and adapt to varying weather and operational conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or trade training in construction or equipment operation is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to the Orlando, FL plant location.