Plant Manager

Lehigh Hanson Inc.; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Lehigh Hanson Inc. is looking for a Quarry Operations Manager to oversee the Salado rock quarry in Burnet, Texas. The role involves managing plant staff, implementing safety protocols, and monitoring budgets and production schedules. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5 years of aggregates operations management experience, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a salary range of $115,000-$130,000 plus comprehensive benefits, including a retirement savings plan and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aggregates operations management experience.
• Advanced understanding of geology and mining methods.
• Proven leadership skills managing diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of the Salado rock quarry.
• Implement safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor and control budgets, costs, and production schedules.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Problem-solving abilities

Budgeting and cost control

Knowledge of safety regulations

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Oversee the operations of the Salado rock quarry in Burnet, Texas to ensure efficiency and productivity.

Implement and maintain safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

Manage and develop plant staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

Monitor and control budgets, costs, and production schedules.

Achieve a production volume of 1.5 million tons per year while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.

What Are We Looking For

• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and production scheduling.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• This position involves working in an industrial plant environment with exposure to dust, noise, and varying weather conditions.
• Requires physical activity, including walking, standing, and operating equipment.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, and climbing.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity to operate equipment and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related Engineering discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Five years of aggregates operations management experience.
• Advanced understanding of geology, mining methods, and regulations.
• Proven leadership skills managing multiple, diverse teams.
• Entrepreneurial thinking and business opportunity identification.

What We Offer

$115,000-$130,000 base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.

401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance.
• Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled