Plant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The Ready-Mix Plant Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the plant in all areas including, but not limited to, administration, employee management, production, quality, asset management and maintenance, shipping, purchasing, inventory, safety, and environmental. In addition to plant oversight, this position will also operate a ready-mix truck as needed to support daily operations and ensure timely delivery of concrete to job sites.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the ready-mix plant, including production, quality control, delivery logistics, inventory management, and personnel supervision.
• Ensure customer orders are scheduled, produced, and delivered accurately and on time while meeting safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Operate a ready-mix truck as needed to support delivery schedules, ensuring safe and professional operation on public roadways and construction sites in compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company policies.
• Manage and train plant and driver personnel; conduct evaluations, provide feedback, and support professional development and succession planning.
• Monitor and direct plant safety programs; enforce safety compliance and partner with the safety team to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assign drivers to trucks and routes based on production needs; verify proper completion of pre-trip inspections, and monitor vehicle readiness and cleanliness.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, and overall condition of trucks, equipment, and plant facilities; coordinate with mechanics and service providers as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and complete reports such as inventory counts, work orders, delivery documentation, and daily inspections in a timely manner.
• Communicate frequently with dispatch regarding delivery schedules and truck status; use proper radio or system communication protocols.
• Manage raw material and construction supply inventory; order materials following company purchasing policies.
• Ensure plant site is maintained in a clean, orderly, and environmentally compliant condition including stormwater and washout controls.
• Serve as a positive representative of the company by providing excellent customer service, resolving issues promptly, and maintaining strong communication with customers and internal teams.
• Assist production operations across other locations or equipment, including filling in for other operators or managers as needed.
• Perform additional duties related to plant and delivery operations as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance in accordance with the assigned schedule.

Education / Experience

Benefits Offered

Requirements :

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, skills, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

Concrete raw-material properties and characteristics

Work Requirements

Physical Requirements

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company.