Plant Operations Leader — Safety, Efficiency & Growth

Arcosa, Inc.; Hitchcock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual raise

401K matching

Growth opportunities

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid vacation and sick time

11 holidays

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Arcosa Crushed Concrete is seeking an Operations Manager to lead all aspects of plant operations, safety, and compliance in a dynamic environment. You will drive production, material handling, inventory and logistics to meet throughput and quality goals while coordinating maintenance and ensuring regulatory adherence.

The role requires 3+ years in aggregate recycling or similar production settings, with strong leadership and a hands-on approach to safety and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in aggregate recycling operations or related production environment.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to climb heights of up to 20 feet regularly.
• Ability to lift, carry, and/or pull 50 pounds regularly.
• Work in industrial, wet, and loud environment.
• Must wear safety equipment including hardhat, safety glasses, goggles, steel-toed boots, ear plugs, gloves as required.

Responsibilities

• Own overall plant operations (production, material handling, inventory, and logistics) to meet throughput, quality, and profitability targets.
• Lead safety culture: conduct daily safety meetings, enforce safety programs, investigate incidents, implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements including environmental and labor regulations.
• Plan and direct daily operations; monitor workflow and KPIs; identify operational improvements and cost savings.
• Oversee maintenance and reliability: ensure preventive maintenance, coordinate repairs, and downtime planning.
• Supervise, coach, and develop plant personnel; manage scheduling, timekeeping, attendance, performance feedback, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Communicate with Area Manager, Sales, and Dispatch regarding inbound/outbound materials, trucking needs, and upcoming work.
• Support customer and vendor relationships; ensure product availability and service meet expectations.
• Maintain accurate reporting and documentation; stay current through training and industry best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Arcosa Crushed Concrete is seeking an Operations Manager to lead all aspects of plant operations, safety, and compliance in a dynamic environment. You will drive production, material handling, inventory and logistics to meet throughput and quality goals while coordinating maintenance and ensuring regulatory adherence.

The role requires 3+ years in aggregate recycling or similar production settings, with strong leadership and a hands-on approach to safety and process improvements.