Plant Manager

Arcosa Inc.; Independence (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid Company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health & Wellness Programs

Job summary

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a Plant Manager for our Amite, LA facility. You will lead mining production activities, ensure safety and environmental compliance, and manage acquisition, installation, maintenance and storage of plant and equipment.

You will drive results through a strong safety culture and team leadership. The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 7+ years in aggregates operations management, MSHA knowledge, and proven leadership across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 7 years in natural aggregates operations management.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations and strong safety commitment.
• Proven leadership with ability to manage multiple shifts and lead teams.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends and nights when needed.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and continuous improvement under ARC100 program.
• Oversee quarry development, operations, maintenance, crushing, screening, and material handling.
• Lead and manage production to meet quality at or below cost.
• Coordinate daily activities of production staff and subcontractors.
• Foster ownership of safety, production and quality among the workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Operations management

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a Plant Manager for our Amite, LA facility. Plant managers control, direct, plan and coordinate mining production activities. They have statutory responsibility for safety and are also responsible for environmental impact. They oversee the acquisition, installation, maintenance and storage of mining plant and equipment. They lead and manage according to the organization’s code of conduct.

Day to Day

• Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition in alignment with the ARC100 program.
• Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations.
• Manage all parts of an aggregate production facility to include quarry development, operations, maintenance, crushing, screening, material handling and mobile equipment, subcontractors, safety program, environmental and community relations in accordance with company policy and government agencies.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the group in natural Aggregates Operation in the production of quality material at or below production cost.
• Follow established procedures for operating various conventional production tasks to produce quality aggregate material.
• Coordinate and supervise the daily activities of employees in the production of aggregate material in a mining environment.
• Make decisions that are guided by policies, procedures and business plans.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
• Manage multiple shifts.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with at least 7 years in a Natural Aggregates Operations Management position.
• Experience in managing an Aggregates Operation in the production of aggregate material, preferred.
• Working knowledge and understanding of MSHA regulations and possess a strong personal commitment to safety.
• Knowledge and understanding of aggregate equipment in a mining environment.
• Excellent time management skills: ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; strong planning skills.
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate with a proven track record for creating employee ownership of safety, production and quality.
• Diverse experience with very strong financial, communication, management, organizational, and supervisory skills essential.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekend and nights, where necessary.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Positive, Team-based attitude.

Working Conditions

• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required.
• The ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy).

Benefits

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k with Employer Match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.