Asphalt Plant Manager

Job Description:

About Walbec Group
Walbec is an industry leader in producing high-quality construction materials and delivering professional design, engineering, and construction services through its six companies: Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Our vertically integrated operations include mining, crushing and washing aggregates, and producing concrete and hot-mix asphalt. Whether building roadways and bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, supplying essential construction materials, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar projects, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.

With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

The Position: 

Under the direction of the Manufacturing Area Manager, the Asphalt Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations associated with asphalt plant supervision and asphalt production. This role will be overseeing the Asphalt Plant Supervisor Team ensuring safe and efficient production of aggregate and asphalt materials for both

internal and external customers.

Safety

• Lead, promote, and enforce safe work practices in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with safety managers, plant supervisors, maintenance supervisors, and field personnel to ensure a safe work environment for all team members.

Quality Control

• Analyze project technical specifications, create asphalt mix designs, and develop operational BMPs to ensure that the materials and processes meet project requirements.
• Coordinate material testing with technical services and plant personnel during production.
• Consistently monitor test results to ensure materials meet specifications and manage risks to avoid penalties and project delays.
• Actively support continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high quality standards for customers.

Site Operations / Asphalt Production

• Oversee 3+/- asphalt plant supervisors and project coordinators and 15+/- stationary and portable asphalt plant facilities with day/night operations including all supporting aggregate platform sites and plant personnel.
• Manage supply chain to source and purchase necessary materials to maximize quality and performance, minimize cost, and deliver materials on time.
• Prepare asphalt plant budgets and material pricing strategies for internal and external customers.
• Coordinate production demands, plant maintenance schedules, portable aggregate crush/wash needs, and all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials to ensure that operations run safely and efficiently.
• Oversee all day-to-day asphalt production throughout the construction season. Direct & support plant personnel on development and implementation of the operations plans.
• Review and process invoices related to plant operations, accurately assign costs to the appropriate plants or projects, and conduct monthly cost reviews to ensure operational expenses remain within established budget.
• Lead recruiting efforts by identifying staffing needs, participating in candidate selection, and facilitating the onboarding process for new team members.
• Develop and implement training programs to ensure new hires are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.
• Collaborate with land resources department to secure all necessary permits for asphalt plant operation.
• Coordinate completion of necessary plant site work including site prep, inventory management, and site maintenance to ensure a clean, smooth, and professional operation.
• Oversee necessary subcontractors performing work at asphalt plant facilities.
• All other projects assigned related to asphalt plant operations.
  
  

Requirements:

• Must be safety oriented including detailed knowledge of the OSHA/MSHA regulations, compliance and inspection process.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Mechanical / Mining engineering or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in asphalt industry with knowledge of all aspects of day-to-day operations for asphalt production including safety, specifications, budgeting and cost management, permitting, production, maintenance, rolling stock equipment, and quality control.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills by prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and responsibilities concurrently.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.
  

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in planning, scheduling, and supervising production shifts.
• Prior experience in managing subcontractors.
• HCSS HeavyJob and HeavyBid software experience.
• AutoCAD or similar design software experience.

The Benefits:  

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards  

• Employer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)  

• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance  

• Flex Spending Account (FSA)  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  

• Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage  

• Paid parental leave  

• Generous PTO and paid holidays  

• Profit sharing  

• Robust Walbec training and professional development program  

• Ongoing career growth opportunities 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!