Performance Manager

CRH; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CRH is seeking a Ready Mix Performance Improvement Manager to drive operational performance and continuous improvement across western U.S. aggregate operations. This onsite role requires residency in Salt Lake City, UT; Boise, ID; Salem, OR; or Spokane, WA, with relocation assistance.

Lead lean initiatives, coach site leaders, and partner with commercial teams to boost margins. Responsibilities include assessments, planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to sustain safety and

Qualifications

• 5+ years operational experience in ready mix or similar
• Experience leading teams and delivering results across multiple sites
• Proficiency with readiness and performance improvement tools (AggFlow, PEAK, PRISM, B2W, DF3)
• Strong ability to coach and mentor frontline and site leaders
• Ability to influence at all levels and manage cross-functional projects

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end performance assessments at assigned sites, including diagnosis and prioritization
• Analyze and improve plant production efficiencies while maintaining quality
• Align production planning with demand forecast and margin targets
• Collaborate with leadership and commercial teams to implement OpEx strategies
• Drive change management and sustain a strong safety culture across AMAT operations
• Deliver training and coaching to develop site leaders and frontline employees
• Support budgeting and resource planning for operations across sites

Skills

Operational leadership

Team leadership

Lean methods

Data analysis

Communication with stakeholders

Tools

AggFlow

PEAK

PRISM

B2W

DF3

Job description

Reporting to the VP of Division Performance, the Ready Mix Performance Improvement Manager provides leadership for operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives across aggregate operations spanning multiple states in the western United States. The role champions lean and problem-solving methodologies to drive operational excellence, cost leadership, margin improvement tactics (including commercial), local adoption and sustainability.

In addition, the Ready Mix Performance Improvement Manager will be engaged in capability-building activities such as needs assessments, training, and/or coaching individuals or teams in areas of competency or skills relating to operational and commercial excellence. The role may include leading a small team when engaging the business.

Location:

This is an onsite role that requires residency in Salt Lake City, UT; Boise, ID; Salem, OR; or Spokane, WA. Relocation assistance is provided.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Safety:

• Build and maintain trust, operate with integrity, be a role model for safe operation and a strong safety culture across Division and Americas Materials “AMAT” operations

Performance Assessments:

• Lead end-to-end performance assessments at assigned sites, including pre-visit diagnosis, on-site assessment, post-visit analysis and support in prioritization and implementation planning

Plant and Equipment Studies and Automation:

• Analyze and improve plant production efficiencies while maintaining product specification and quality.
• Assess work production and equipment performance to identify improvement opportunities

LOB Operations Performance and Cost Leadership:

• Optimize plant operations to meet sales demand in the most cost-effective manner, maximizing margin while maintaining safety and quality.

Production Planning and Target Setting:

• Align production planning with demand forecast, mine plan, and commercial strategy to maximize margin.
• Support plant-level production scheduling, aligned with demand forecast and margin targets

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with leadership and the commercial team to develop and sell the best-fit OpEx and value added strategy to meet customer demand.

Change Leadership and Site Sustainability:

• Lead change management initiatives by challenging the status quo and gaining commitment from senior leaders through frontline employees.

Training, Coaching and Development:

• Deliver effective training, mentoring, and coaching — both formal and informal — to enhance the skills of site leaders and frontline employees in applying the AMAT Performance Fundamentals and Tools.

Planning, Budgeting and Reporting:

• Support development of comprehensive operational budgets, including labor, materials, equipment, and overhead estimates.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• 5+ years operational experience in ready mix, leading teams, delivery progressive results
• Experience and proficiency in the ready mix-specific performance tools (e.g. AggFlow, PEAK, PRISM, B2W, DF3, etc.)
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Hands-on technical experience with plant systems, quality control, field application of automation and data collection
• Site assessments including reviewing and approving tactical implementation plans
• Training, coaching and mentoring with leadership and frontline
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels

Additional Requirements

• Travel 50% +/- within the western United States

Physical Requirements

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, e-mail communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• May require periodically lifting objects up to 30 lbs.
• Elements of the role with be field based, will require plant/field visits and assessments.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.