Ready-Mix Operations Leader | Safety, Growth & Profit

Knife River Northwest; Harborton (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings & Flexible Spending

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

Job summary

Knife River Northwest is seeking a Ready-Mix General Manager to lead our Metro and Willamette Valley divisions, overseeing operations, safety, quality and profitability. You will direct concrete production, fleet, maintenance and related services to meet customer needs and business goals.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and a track record of managing budgets and teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and management experience in construction materials or concrete industries.
• P&L management experience and financial performance responsibility.
• Experience managing concrete production, fleet operations, and maintenance programs.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Self-motivated with collaborative management style and development focus.
• Ability to complete pre-employment background checks and drug screening.
• Commitment to a professional, respectful, customer-focused work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Ready-Mix operations, fleet, maintenance and concrete production.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including MSHA, OSHA, EPA and environmental rules.
• Manage capital improvement projects including budgeting, planning, execution and ROI analysis.
• Lead and develop operations, sales and support teams to hit safety, service, quality and profitability goals.
• Research, evaluate and implement innovative products, technologies and processes to improve safety, efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate, navigating high-pressure situations and building positive relationships.
• Evaluate and resolve operational challenges related to materials, production, quality, equipment and customer service.
• Manage employee relations professionally while supporting workforce engagement and retention.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Planning

Team Development

Job description

Knife River Northwest is seeking a Ready-Mix General Manager to lead our Metro and Willamette Valley divisions, overseeing operations, safety, quality and profitability. You will direct concrete production, fleet, maintenance and related services to meet customer needs and business goals.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and a track record of managing budgets and teams in a fast-paced environment.