Plant Manager - Hawesville, KY

Job ID:  503724

Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc., a CRH Company, is the foremost supplier of crushed stone, sand, gravel, scrubber stone, rip-rap and ag-lime in Southern Indiana. Complete with six quarries, fifteen retail locations and two sand and gravel plants, Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. has supplied aggregate to area construction projects, large and small, since 1935. Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. is the Tri-State’s established leader in delivering superior quality products that provide exceptional value to those we serve. In addition, by being a part of the CRH Americas family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH Americas. CRH Americas is the number one asphalt producer, the third-largest aggregates producer, and one of the top 5 ready mixed concrete producers in the United States. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Summary:

Lead and manage employees on safety, operations, sales, finance, equipment, and critical support functions.  Work with General Manager to ensure effective execution of company operational goals and growth strategy. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Promote a safe working culture for all employees; work with safety and field personnel to minimize risk and increase safety for employees at all times.
• Responsible for daily operations including safe production, quality, customer focus and maintaining the integrity of the safety and environmental systems within company’s operations for ready mix plant.
• Drive operational performance and improvements to meet or exceed company goals.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources.
• Build effective teams and develop (direct reports) for future opportunities.
• Ensure that all crews have the tools and training to operate safely at all times and that all federal, state and local laws concerning safety, environment and other applicable areas are adhered to.
• Other duties as may be assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management or similar is preferred, but not required.

WORK REQUIRMENTS

• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined per company policy.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIMENTS

• Related experience in construction field, minimum 5 years (desired)
• Plant management or related experience 3+ years minimum (highly desired)
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Excellent skills with Microsoft Office and the ability to rapidly learn different software applications.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are necessary.
• Be knowledgeable of materials and equipment needed to perform tasks.
• Ability to use decision making skills for cost effective solutions on projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to walk or stand greater than one third of the time, or sit no greater than a third of the time
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders to examine equipment at heights.
• Ability to move/carry objects up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.

 WORK REQUIMENTS

• Ability to wear respirator in workplace conditions containing fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
• Will work between a standard office and field operations environment.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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