ASPHALT OPERATIONS MANAGER

Escondido, CA
$100,000 - $120,000 DOE

The Asphalt Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the comprehensive operations of two asphalt plants located in San Diego County. This includes managing production, maintenance, personnel, and all other facets of plant operations and production to ensure efficient, safe, and profitable plant performance.

responsibilites

Operations Management:

·        Oversee the daily production of asphalt ensuring quality and quantity meet organizational and customer requirements.

·        Optimize plant performance through continuous process improvements.

·        Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, particularly environmental and safety standards.

·        Implement and maintain efficient workflows and processes to optimize production and minimize costs.

·        Manage use of material inventories to ensure proper supply of all necessary materials.

Maintenance and Equipment:

·        Implement and oversee a preventive maintenance program to maximize plant uptime and longevity.

·        Coordinate with maintenance staff to address repairs, maintenance, and equipment replacements.

·        Evaluate and make recommendations for equipment purchases or upgrades to ownership.

Personnel Management:

·        Lead, manage, and develop plant personnel, fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

·        Conduct performance reviews with HR team, provide feedback, and identify training and development opportunities.

·        Manage staffing needs in conjunction with our hiring team, including hiring, onboarding, and scheduling.

Sales and Customer Relations:

•        Work closely with the sales team to understand customer needs, anticipate future demand, and ensure product quality and consistency.

•        Foster strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

•        Address and resolve customer complaints or issues in a timely and effective manner.

Safety and Compliance:

•        Establish and enforce safety protocols, ensuring that all operations comply with industry safety standards.

•        Conduct regular safety training for all plant personnel.

•        Stay updated with the latest industry regulations and ensure plants' adherence.

Working Conditions:

•        This position may require extended hours, including evenings and weekends, particularly during peak production seasons.

•        Frequent visits to the plants will be required, with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noises, and potential hazards of a production environment.

 

 

REquirements

•        Minimum of 5 years of experience in asphalt plant operations or a related industry.

•        Proven leadership and team management experience.

•        Strong knowledge of asphalt production processes, equipment, and safety protocols.

•        Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations related to asphalt production.

•        Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

•        Bachelor's or master's degree in business management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

•        Professional certifications related to asphalt or construction management.

•        Prior experience managing multiple plant locations.

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