Operations Manager- Ready Mix Concrete

Heidelberg Materials North America; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 131,940 - 175,913; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

15 days Paid Vacation

40 hours Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America in Bothell, WA is seeking a leader to manage the daily operations of their Ready-Mix Concrete plants. This role emphasizes efficiency, quality production, and adherence to safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and robust experience in plant operations. Benefits include a competitive salary, 401(k) plan, healthcare benefits, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience with plant and equipment operations including preventive maintenance.
• Ability to manage multi-site operations effectively.
• Strong understanding of business acumen related to CAPEX and P&L.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Ready-Mix Concrete plants for efficiency.
• Implement safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with logistics and sales for optimal delivery schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Operational efficiency

Safety management

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee daily operations of the Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) plants to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Manage and develop plant staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with logistics and sales teams to meet customer demands and optimize delivery schedules.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.

What Are We Looking For

• Daily operation of a ready-mix batch plant ensuring efficient production and delivery of high-quality concrete while adhering to safety protocol.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-site operations with a focus on safety, efficiency and team development.
• Collaborative leadership style that builds trust, develops talent and strengthens engagement.
• Prior experience with plant and equipment operations along with preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Problem-solving mindset with focus on continuous improvement and operational discipline.
• Strong business and operational acumen (i.e., CAPEX, P&L) with the capability to drive results in a dynamic environment.
• Planning and budgeting, effective and efficient operations management, equipment utilization, safety and environmental compliance as well as personnel management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of skills, knowledge and capability.

Work Environment

This role operates in a combination of plant, field, and office environments. The position may require extended hours, early mornings, or weekends based on operational needs. Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, moving equipment, and a production setting is expected.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan, 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution and matching contributions, highly competitive benefits programs.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Benefits; Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA); AD&D, Short-and-Long Term Disability Coverage, Basic Life Insurance; Paid Bonding Leave; 15 days of Paid Vacation; 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays.
• Participation in the Company Fleet Vehicle Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Req ID: JR10016879

Minimum Pay Rate: 131,940.00

Maximum Pay Rate: 175,913.33