Asphalt Plant Ops Leader—Safety, Production & CapEx

Kokosing; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kokosing Materials, Inc. is seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant - Operations Manager to lead safety, production, maintenance, and capital initiatives across the region.

The role emphasizes building high-performing teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering superior production results. The ideal candidate will manage safety programs, production schedules, and asset management while driving profitability and supporting growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• 20 years in asphalt plant operations or related industrial manufacturing.
• 15+ years of leadership overseeing production teams.
• Proven track record in safety, production and maintenance.
• Experience managing capital projects and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Safety leadership: champion a world-class safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Production & Operational Performance: oversee plant operations to meet production, quality and delivery objectives.
• Team Leadership & Development: lead and develop area managers, operators and maintenance staff.
• Maintenance & Asset Management: direct preventive and predictive maintenance programs and asset improvements.
• Capital Expenditure Management: develop annual CapEx plans and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Astec

Gencor

Dillman

Plant operating systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kokosing Materials, Inc. is seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant - Operations Manager to lead safety, production, maintenance, and capital initiatives across the region.

The role emphasizes building high-performing teams, driving continuous improvement, and delivering superior production results. The ideal candidate will manage safety programs, production schedules, and asset management while driving profitability and supporting growth initiatives.