Quarry Manager

Smyrna Ready Mix, LLC; Perry (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses

Excellent benefits

401k match

Career growth

Job summary

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is seeking a seasoned Plant Manager to oversee quarry operations and drive safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. You will lead daily activities, manage production, maintenance, quality, and logistics, and cultivate a high‑performance team.

With 5–7 years in quarry or mining management, you will implement cost controls, develop equipment maintenance programs, and serve as the primary liaison with suppliers, regulators, and the local community.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of quarry/mining management experience.
• Solid knowledge of quarry/mining operations including excavation, drilling, blasting, and processing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a track record of guiding a diverse team.
• Extensive knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in mining/quarry.
• Proven cost control and process improvement experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and industry software systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage quarry operations with focus on safety, production goals, quality, and environmental compliance.
• Direct plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics to meet objectives efficiently and cost‑effectively.
• Develop and maintain a proactive maintenance and equipment rejuvenation program to minimize downtime.
• Enforce cost control strategies within budget while maintaining high quality standards.
• Develop supervisors and operators through training, performance assessments, and career progression.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and environmental regulations; foster a safe working environment.
• Serve as the primary liaison with suppliers, regulatory agencies, and the local community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Cost control

Regulatory compliance

Safety

MS Office

Tools

Industry software systems

MS Office

Job description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Plant Manager with a background in quarry and mining operations to oversee all aspects of our quarry operations. This individual will spearhead the management of daily activities, champion safety, and regulatory compliance, boost efficiency and profitability, and lead a cohesive team toward achieving operational excellence in all facets of quarrying.

Your Mission & Key Responsibilities

• Manage all quarry operations with a keen focus on safety, production goals, quality standards, and environmental compliance.
• Strategize and implement objectives and plans that align with the company's mission and vision, promoting a culture centered on safety, performance, and quality.
• Direct plant operations encompassing production, maintenance, quality, and logistics to ensure objectives are met efficiently and cost‑effectively.
• Craft and maintain a proactive maintenance and equipment rejuvenation program, minimizing operational downtime.
• Enforce stringent cost control strategies, overseeing operations within budget constraints while maintaining high‑quality standards.
• Nurture and develop a team of supervisors, technical staff, and operators through training, performance assessments, and career progression opportunities.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies, safety standards, and environmental legislations, fostering a safe and respectful working environment.
• Serve as a principal contact for suppliers, regulatory agencies, and the local community.

What Sets You Apart

• Minimum of [5-7] years of experience in quarry or mining management, showing a track record of operational success.
• Solid comprehension of quarry and mining operations including excavation, drilling, blasting, and material processing.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with proven effectiveness in guiding a diverse team.
• Extensive knowledge of health, safety, and environmental standards in the mining or quarry sector.
• Demonstrated proficiency in cost control and process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and industry‑related software systems.
• Flexibility with work hours, as operations may necessitate work during weekends and evenings.

About SRM

SRM Concrete (Smyrna Ready Mix) is a family‑owned, values‑driven leader in the ready mix concrete industry. Founded in 1999 with a single plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, we’ve grown to over 600 locations nationwide by focusing on quality, integrity, and service. Our mission is to serve our customers, our communities, and our team members with excellence—every load, every day.

Why Join SRM Concrete?

• Growth & Advancement:Be part of a rapidly expanding company that believes in promoting from within. We offer real opportunities for you to build a long‑term career and advance your skills, no matter where you start.
• Competitive Compensation:Earn industry‑leading pay, with overtime opportunities, annual raises, and eligibility for bonuses. Our steady workload ensures reliable income for our team members.
• Exceptional Benefits:Take advantage of low‑cost medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance. We also offer paid holidays, PTO/vacation, a 401k with a $100 weekly match, family days, and more!
• Consistent, Reliable Work:At SRM Concrete, you can count on steady hours and dependable work. We value team members who are dedicated and ready to go the extra mile.
• Team Culture:At SRM Concrete, we value hard work, respect, and teamwork. We support each other, recognize a job well done, and believe in doing what’s right—on the job and in the community. You’ll find a straightforward, dependable environment where every team member matters.

At SRM Concrete, you’re more than just an employee—you’re a valued team member helping to build America’s future. If you’re ready to say “YES” to new opportunities and deliver service that sets the standard in our industry.