Plant Manager- Quarry

Centexmaterials; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Centex Materials in Buda, TX is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee extraction, crushing, screening and shipping at the Buda Quarry, driving daily production of limestone aggregates for external sales and regional plants.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in a limestone quarry or heavy open-pit mining environment, strong leadership, MSHA safety focus, TxDOT material specs, and experience managing a large team and budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive management experience in a limestone quarry or heavy open-pit aggregate mining environment.
• Deep operational knowledge of crushing and screening systems, conveyor tracking, and heavy mining equipment applications.
• Proven track record of MSHA Title 30 regulatory compliance and state environmental guidelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent supervisory experience considered.
• Excellent communication, mechanical aptitude, budgeting fluency, and ERP software proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Production & Pit Optimization
• Direct the full aggregate manufacturing process from drilling, blasting, and pit excavation through primary/secondary crushing, screening, and stockpiling.
• Manage daily logistics, load-out operations, and third-party haulers to ensure material supply to regional plants.
• Track and analyze KPIs to maximize throughput, reduce cost-per-ton, and remove bottlenecks.
• Enforce MSHA compliance and TCEQ environmental permits; lead safety meetings and foster a zero-injury culture.
• Control site environmental factors including dust, runoff, and noise to maintain community relations.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to schedule preventive maintenance on heavy equipment and fixed plant equipment.
• Work with Quality Control to ensure TxDOT and City of Austin specs for materials.
• Oversee plant budget, CapEx planning, inventory controls, and vendor contracts.
• Supervise and mentor foremen, operators, laborers, and weigh-scale clerks; drive performance reviews and onboarding.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

TX Buda Quarry

1100 FM 2770

Buda, TX 78610, USA

The estimated total annual compensation for this role ranges from $110,000 to $135,000, depending directly on years of open-pit aggregate experience and mechanical expertise.

• Base Salary Range: $110,000 – $135,000 annually.
• Bonus Incentives: Eligible for an annual performance bonus based on plant safety metrics (MSHA compliance), cost-per-ton metrics, and overall volume throughput goals.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus flexible spending accounts (FSA) and company-paid life insurance.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) enrollment with competitive employer matching contributions.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) allocation, corporate holidays, and paid parental leave policies.

Position Overview

Centex Materials is seeking an experienced, results-driven Plant Manager to lead all extraction, crushing, screening, and shipping operations at our flagship Buda Quarry. In this role, you will oversee the daily production of high-volume limestone aggregates that directly supply our external sales and regional ready-mix concrete plants.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a deep understanding of fixed-plant mechanics, an uncompromised commitment to MSHA safety standards, and experience meeting Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) material specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Production & Pit Optimization
• Direct the full aggregate manufacturing process from drilling, blasting, and pit excavation through primary/secondary crushing, screening, and stockpiling.
• Manage daily logistics, load-out operations, and third-party haulers to ensure consistent material supply to regional concrete plants.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to maximize throughput, lower cost-per-ton, and eliminate process bottlenecks.
• Safety, Health, and Compliance
• Enforce total compliance with all federal Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) environmental permits.
• Lead regular safety meetings, conduct workplace examinations, and foster a "Zero Injury" site culture.
• Control site environmental factors, including dust mitigation, water runoff, and noise control to maintain positive community relations.
• Maintenance & Quality Control
• Partner with the on-site Maintenance Manager to execute proactive preventive maintenance schedules for heavy mobile equipment (loaders, haul trucks) and fixed plant equipment (crushers, conveyors, screens).
• Collaborate with the Quality Control team to monitor product gradation and moisture levels, ensuring all flexible base and concrete stone meet TxDOT and City of Austin standards.
• Manage the plant operational budget, capital expenditure (Cap Ex) planning, inventory controls, and vendor contracts.
• Supervise, schedule, and mentor a dedicated team of foremen, heavy equipment operators, plant laborers, and weigh-scale clerks.
• Drive accountability, manage performance reviews, and handle local hiring, onboarding, and training initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of progressive management experience in a limestone quarry or heavy open-pit aggregate mining environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep operational understanding of crushing and screening systems, conveyor tracking, and heavy mining equipment applications.
• Regulatory Compliance: Proven track record of managing a site under MSHA Title 30 regulations and state environmental guidelines.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred; equivalent years of hands‑on supervisory industry experience will be fully considered.
• Skills: Excellent communication, mechanical aptitude, basic financial budgeting fluency, and proficiency with aggregate production tracking or ERP software.

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