Operations Manager

Manatt's Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatt's Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager for its South Ready Mix operations in Iowa. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, driving safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

This key leadership role involves leading Plant Managers and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Applicants should have 3+ years of supervisory experience in a related field and a strong understanding of ready-mix operations. A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in ready mix, construction, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to jobsite, plant, and transportation safety standards.
• Strong understanding of ready-mix operations, logistics, and plant maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of ready-mix activities within an assigned area.
• Promote and enforce company safety policies and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure high-quality customer service by supporting on-time delivery.

Skills

Leadership skills

Safety compliance

Operational efficiency

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CommandBatch

Samsara

Concrete Go

iStrada

Job description

The South Ready Mix Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and long-term performance of all ready-mix activities within an assigned area. Reporting to the General Manager, this position leads and supports Plant Managers, Maintenance Leads, and Shop Leads to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production and delivery of ready-mix concrete. This role embodies and promotes Manatt’s core values—Family, Excellence, and Human Potential—and ensures that operational practices align with the company’s mission to “Safely do everything we do better than anyone else.”

The Operations Manager is a key leadership role charged with driving safety culture, operational excellence, team development, and customer satisfaction within their assigned region.

The requirements represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to fulfill position expectations. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other duties as needed to meet the organization's ongoing needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Additional or other duties may be assigned.

Leadership & Culture

• Champion Manatt’s mission, vision, and values across all regional operations.
• Lead, coach, and develop Plant Managers, Shop Leads, and Maintenance Leads to build a high-performing, safety-focused team.
• Serve as a role model and mentor, fostering a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure that all employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce company safety policies, practices, and regulatory compliance across all regional operations.
• Lead or participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with the Safety Team to provide training and ensure a zero-incident mindset.

Operations & Efficiency

• Oversee daily production, maintenance, and delivery activities to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective operations.
• Ensure consistent implementation of operational processes and company standards across all plants in the region.
• Monitor and manage plant and truck maintenance schedules, fuel systems, equipment installations, and regulatory inspections.
• Optimize plant performance through process improvements, resource planning, and coordination with quality control teams.
• Assist in planning and executing facility improvements and capital projects.

Customer Service & Quality

• Ensure high-quality customer service by supporting on-time delivery, product quality, and responsiveness to customer needs.
• Collaborate with batching personnel and CDPs to resolve delivery or product quality concerns.
• Represent Manatt’s in customer meetings and job sites with professionalism and integrity.
• Ensure regional personnel are trained and using technology systems effectively (e.g., CommandBatch, Samsara, Concrete Go, and iStrada).
• Identify and implement tools to enhance operational visibility, safety, and efficiency.

Administrative & Reporting

• Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and discipline of team members within the region.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and coaching sessions.
• Track KPIs, operational metrics, fuel usage, equipment utilization, and cost control initiatives.
• Assist the General Manager in developing and executing regional strategies aligned with division-wide goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises regional Plant Managers, Maintenance Leads, and Shop Leads. Carries out supervisory duties in alignment with Manatt’s values and policies, including hiring, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions. Works closely with the General Manager to ensure alignment and execution of strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in ready mix, construction, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience considered.

Core Competencies

Deep understanding of and commitment to jobsite, plant, and transportation safety standards and practices.

Strong knowledge of ready-mix operations, logistics, and plant and truck maintenance, with a drive for continuous improvement.

Effective leadership and communication skills, ability to provide feedback, and lead multiple teams across locations.

Demonstrated ability to assess situations, analyze data, prioritize tasks and make sound decisions under pressure.

About Us

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Brooklyn, Iowa, Manatt’s is a leader in Iowa's heavy highway construction and materials industry. We specialize in asphalt, concrete, and chipseal coating, with additional expertise in recycle crushing, stabilization, milling, grinding, subdrain installation, and more.

At Manatt’s, we have the experts, equipment, resources, and top-quality materials needed to safely and efficiently complete any project. Our integrated approach and unwavering commitment to building exceptional relationships allow us to deliver uncompromising quality and construction services. Our mission is to continually set and reset the standard by which all other construction material companies are measured. We don’t just build infrastructure; we build legacies through higher standards of work and a dedication to excellence in everything we do.

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