Multi-Plant Ready-Mix Operations Leader

Knife River Corporation; Tangent (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

Job summary

Knife River Corporation in Oregon is seeking an experienced Ready-Mix Operations Manager to oversee multiple plants and fleet operations in the Metro and Willamette Valley area. The role provides leadership to plant managers, dispatchers, drivers, and production teams to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable operations.

The ideal candidate balances operational demands with employee development, customer expectations, regulatory compliance, and financial performance, drawing on strong industry

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in ready‑mix concrete, aggregates, construction materials, or related heavy industrial operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple facilities, plants, or operational teams.
• Strong understanding of ready‑mix concrete production, dispatch, fleet management, maintenance practices, and quality control.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and drive operational improvements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational management systems.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for ready‑mix production, fleet operations, and plant performance.
• Ensure facilities operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor production schedules, plant capacity, dispatch activities, and delivery performance to meet customer expectations.
• Partner with sales and operations teams to align production resources with market demand and project requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce operational costs, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Oversee plant maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with fleet maintenance teams to ensure trucks and mobile equipment remain safe, compliant, and operational.
• Monitor inventory levels of cement, aggregate, admixtures, fuel, and other critical materials.
• Ensure plants, yards, equipment, and fleet assets are maintained in a professional and organized manner.
• Travel regularly to plant locations to support operations throughout the region.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team development

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Operational management systems

Fleet management systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Knife River Corporation in Oregon is seeking an experienced Ready-Mix Operations Manager to oversee multiple plants and fleet operations in the Metro and Willamette Valley area. The role provides leadership to plant managers, dispatchers, drivers, and production teams to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable operations.

The ideal candidate balances operational demands with employee development, customer expectations, regulatory compliance, and financial performance, drawing on strong industry