Operations Project Manager

Job Summary

The Operations Project Manager reports to the VP/GM and is responsible for the maintenance and efficiency of all ready-mix plants in their assigned region. Duties include operational involvement, urgent and preventative maintenance of ready-mix plants, capital project budgeting and implementation, special projects and initiatives, production efficiency, and employee leadership with a strong emphasis on safety and environmental compliance. This position works closely with other departments, i.e., Sales, Finance, Environmental, Safety and Human Resources.   

Benefits

CalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. 

• Medical, Dental, Vision
  • low-cost premiums even for family coverage
• Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday
• 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits 

Compensation

$130k - $145k DOE

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and projects for all ready-mix operations
• Manage Plant Maintenance employees, electricians, and construction crew
• Safety and development of all personnel, including training, certifications, staffing recommendations, performance, coaching, employee grievances and complaints, and pay changes
• Productivity reporting and analysis
• Environmental, OSHA, MSHA, Department of Transportation (DOT), and other regulatory compliance
• Responsible for Capital project budgeting and implementation
• Close collaboration with Operations Manager in areas of goal setting, customer service, and staff development
• Direct, coach, and develop employees, and ensure company policy compliance

Education

• High school diploma/GED
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Transportation, Logistics, Operations, Business Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred
• Any relevant operations management certifications, i.e., industry-specific management training

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience running a ready-mix operation, including ancillary functions such as yard production and product delivery
• Experience managing and maintaining plant equipment
• Experience with OSHA/MSHA regulations and requirements
• Experience with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements
• Experience managing groups of employees in separate locations, as required for assigned locations
• Personnel management experience, i.e., hiring and selection, performance reviews, discipline, and legal compliance requirements
• Knowledge of office systems, including knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office software packages
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to: stoop, bend, squat, lift (50 pounds frequently, 75 pounds occasionally), stretch, push, drive, pull, twist, kneel, stand, walk, sit, reach, and the manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard
• Team player with an ability to multi-task and set priorities
• Attention to detail; results-oriented mentality
• Must adhere to the company drug and alcohol policy

Preferred:
Experience with SAP

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing. In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for work that will be performed in the San Francisco area, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.