Quarry Manager

Talent Edge Recruiting; Kentucky; On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus up to 15%

15 days PTO

8 paid holidays

PPO medical plan

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) 100% company match up to 4%

Relocation assistance

Company vehicle / mileage

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting seeks a Quarry Manager to oversee two plants and active pits in Greensburg, KY. You will lead a 15-person crew, ensure safety and productivity, and coordinate maintenance, budgets, and planning.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on operational knowledge, and a focus on meeting production targets while maintaining MSHA compliance and profitability.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in quarry or aggregate production, supervisory preferred.
• MSHA health and safety standards knowledge.
• Ability to lead crews and develop employees.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily limestone quarry operations (crushing, screening, conveying, washing, load out).
• Coordinate drilling and blasting with contractors.
• Maintain safe environment and MSHA compliance.
• Lead a ~15-person team including maintenance staff and operators.
• Set production goals, monitor performance, implement improvements.
• Support mine planning and budgeting.
• Monitor costs, asset use and profitability.
• Oversee staffing and training.
• Coordinate with internal teams (sales, scale house).
• Respond to operational challenges and meet production objectives.
• Use reports for planning and decisions.

Skills

Quarry operations

Leadership

MSHA compliance

Team development

Communication

Budgeting

Operational planning

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

Compensation: $95,000–$110,000 base salary plus potential bonus

Schedule: Primarily day shift, typically 6:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with occasional Saturdays and extended hours during peak season

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quarry Manager to oversee daily operations at a limestone quarry in Greensburg, Kentucky. This is a leadership opportunity for someone with a strong background in quarry or aggregate production who can drive safe, efficient operations while developing and leading a team.

The Quarry Manager will oversee two processing plants and active pits, managing a 15-person crew responsible for production, equipment, maintenance, and related site operations. This individual will play a key role in meeting production demands, maintaining MSHA compliance, coordinating resources, and ensuring the quarry operates safely and profitably.

The ideal candidate combines hands‑on operational knowledge with strong leadership, communication, and delegation skills. Experienced quarry leaders ready to take the next step into management may also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily limestone quarry operations, including crushing, screening, conveying, washing, load out, stripping, and related production activities.
• Coordinate drilling and blasting activities with contractors.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with MSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of approximately 15 employees, including lead personnel, maintenance staff, operators, and laborers.
• Establish production goals, monitor performance, and implement improvements to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Support short- and long‑term mine planning and identify operational needs.
• Assist with capital planning, equipment needs, and operating budgets.
• Monitor production costs, asset utilization, and profitability.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels and oversee employee and contractor training.
• Participate in MSHA inspections and site walkthroughs, addressing any identified concerns.
• Coordinate with sales, the scale house, and other internal teams to respond to changing customer demand.
• Troubleshoot daily operational challenges and ensure production objectives are met.
• Use production reports and operational data to support planning, communication, and decision‑making.

Qualifications

• At least five years of quarry or aggregate production experience, preferably in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Strong understanding of quarry operations, production processes, and heavy equipment systems.
• Working knowledge of MSHA health and safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead crews, delegate responsibilities, and develop employees.
• Experience coordinating production, staffing, maintenance, and operational priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and email.
• Ability to support budgeting, production reporting, and operational planning.

Compensation and Benefits

• Bonus Potential: Discretionary bonus opportunity of up to 15%
• Paid Time Off: 15 days.
• Paid Holidays: 8 days.
• Medical Insurance: PPO medical plan.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k): 100% company match on contributions up to 4%, with eligibility beginning after 60 days.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Company Vehicle/Mileage Reimbursement: Available/negociable, depending on the role's needs and arrangements

Why Join This Team

This is an opportunity to take ownership of quarry operations and make a direct impact on production, safety, profitability, and team performance. You will have the authority to lead day‑to‑day operations, improve processes, and help a dedicated crew succeed as demand continues to grow.

You will join an established, privately held business with a long history in the industry and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and pride in workmanship. The team values accountability, follow‑through, and treating people well.

For a quarry professional who enjoys developing employees, solving operational challenges, and taking responsibility for results, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference at the site level.