Operations of Capital Aggregates and Gravel Productions

Operations Manager-Capital Aggregates
 

The Operations Manager is responsible for directing the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of Capital Aggregates’ sand and gravel production locations. This role provides leadership to production management and field teams while overseeing safety, production, quality, equipment utilization, staffing, inventory, budgeting, and cost control.

The Operations Manager works closely with employees, suppliers, regulators, and company leadership to resolve operational issues, improve performance, and ensure production objectives are achieved in accordance with company standards and applicable MSHA, US Coast Guard, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead aggregate operations with a strong commitment to workplace safety, regulatory compliance, product quality, customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and applicable Mine Safety and Health Administration requirements.
• Directly oversee Production Managers and provide guidance to supervisors and field personnel to ensure daily operations are properly executed.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage quarry and aggregate production activities according to established safety, quality, schedule, budget, cost, and environmental objectives.
• Ensure safe and efficient mining, material processing, stockpiling, loadout, logistics, and equipment-management practices.
• Review plant production data, processing schedules, production orders, and inventory levels to identify performance issues and determine staffing, equipment, and material requirements.
• Maximize workforce and equipment utilization while identifying opportunities to increase production and reduce operating costs.
• Review financial and cost information for assigned operations, investigate variances, and implement corrective actions when performance falls outside established expectations.
• Develop operating plans, budgets, forecasts, cost estimates, and capital or equipment recommendations.
• Prepare monthly production and operational progress reports for company leadership.
• Coordinate equipment mobilization and allocation based on production and project requirements.
• Maintain open communication with operations personnel to identify safety concerns, maintenance needs, production constraints, and improvement opportunities.
• Work with customers, suppliers, contractors, regulators, and other stakeholders to resolve technical and operational issues.
• Develop and maintain operating procedures addressing communication, materials control, change management, safety, environmental compliance, and operational accountability.
• Support employee development through coaching, performance expectations, training, and succession planning.
• Perform regular site visits and maintain an active presence at the plant, shop, and field environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mining, Business, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in aggregates, mining, quarry operations, heavy construction, or a related industrial environment.
• At least five years of operations-management or production-leadership experience preferred.
• Broad technical knowledge of sand & gravel operations, mining practices, aggregate processing, and production planning.
• Working knowledge of dredges, crushers, screens, belt conveyors, mobile equipment, and related mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, production plans, specifications, and equipment documentation.
• Knowledge of MSHA, environmental, and other applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Strong understanding of safe equipment-operating practices and the ability to recognize potential maintenance or reliability issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, analyze production data, and improve operational performance.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with employees, suppliers, contractors, and regulatory representatives.
• MSHA certification or applicable miner training preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel between company locations and work extended or irregular hours based on operational needs.
• Ability to work effectively in office, plant, shop, and outdoor field environments.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment background check, physical examination, and drug and alcohol screening. Working Conditions

This position regularly involves active dredging operations, aggregate processing equipment, heavy mobile equipment, uneven terrain, dust, noise, vibration, and changing weather conditions. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn as required. The Operations Manager must be able to move safely through production areas, access equipment and facilities, and respond to operational issues across assigned locations.