Plant Manager - Red Wing

The Council of Industry; Hamilton Township, Town of Shawangunk (Monroe County, NY); On-site; USD 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee daily operations in the sand and gravel sector. This role involves supervising mining activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing a team of skilled workers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy equipment operation and maintenance, along with supervisory experience. You will play a vital role in planning and coordinating operations to ensure efficiency and productivity. Join a company that values safety and operational excellence, and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Supervisory experience required with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of employees in sand and gravel mining.
• Plan location of spoil pile and coordinate quarrying activities.
• Train new workers and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

First Aid/CPR

Electrical Control Skills

PLC Control Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Red Wing Properties, Inc., is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of our sand and gravel operations in Billings, NY.

Salary: $80,000 / year

Responsibilities

Duties

• Supervise and coordinate activities of employees engaged in sand and gravel mining.
• Study contour maps and aerial photographs to determine locations of roads and cuts.
• Plan location of spoil pile (dump area) to allow maximum room for stripping.
• Coordinate stripping or quarrying and loading activities
• Schedule running of and major repair work on conveyors, dredge, screens, crushers and other operating equipment.
• Requisition and/or order supplies and replacement parts.
• Observe mining operation to detect violation of safety regulations and compile safety and production records.
• Train new workers.
• Periodically measure size of rocks in storage piles, using ruler, to ensure conformity to size specifications.
• Determine cause for rock non-conformance to specifications, using knowledge of conveyor and screening process and direct subordinates to perform corrective repairs.
• Keep up to date with all aspects of mining permits and special conditions.
• Interact with sales and dispatch to insure product availability.
• Supervise snow removal activities utilizing employee and our equipment.
• Preparation and presentation of employee evaluations, and counseling and disciplinary action meetings as needed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years’ experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance
• Working knowledge in the operations of a gravel pit and the machinery required
• Supervisory experience required
• First Aid/CPR training a plus
• Electrical and PLC control skills a plus
• Strong computer literacy, organizational skills, and communication skills

Company Website

Please view our website for more information about our company at www.redwingsandandgravel.com

We offer a competitive hourly wage and benefit package starting at $80,000 per year.

Please submit resume with salary requirements.

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