Senior Asphalt Plant Operations Leader

Kokosing, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing Materials, Inc. is seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant - Operations Manager to lead safety, production, maintenance, and capital improvements across our Ohio plants.

This hands-on role requires building high-performing teams and delivering strong production results. You will oversee operations, manage budgets, coordinate major repairs, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards while driving continuous improvement and profitability in Kokosing's Ohio infrastructure

Qualifications

• Experience leading safety, production and maintenance in asphalt/plants.
• Capital project management and annual CapEx budgeting experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety culture and ensure compliance with standards.
• Oversee plant operations to meet production, quality, and delivery goals.
• Develop and coach area managers, operators, and maintenance staff.
• Direct preventive and predictive maintenance and major repairs.
• Lead capital expenditure planning and project execution from planning to completion.
• Drive budgeting, cost control, and profitability initiatives.
• Partner with sales, QC, and other functions to meet objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Management

Operations Management

Strategic Planning

Team Development

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/CM/OM)

Tools

Astec systems

Gencor

Dillman

Plant software/SCADA

Job description

Kokosing Materials, Inc. is seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant - Operations Manager to lead safety, production, maintenance, and capital improvements across our Ohio plants.

This hands-on role requires building high-performing teams and delivering strong production results. You will oversee operations, manage budgets, coordinate major repairs, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards while driving continuous improvement and profitability in Kokosing's Ohio infrastructure