What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at DELAWARE VALLEY CONCRETE?
PLANT MANAGER – READY MIX CONCRETE
Delaware Valley Concrete Company
Delaware Valley Concrete Company (DVC) is a leading ready-mix concrete supplier with seven plants across southeastern Pennsylvania. Founded in 1955, DVC has built its reputation on delivering high-quality products, exceptional service, and maintaining a deeply experienced and well-trained team. Our continued success is driven by the dedication and talent of our employees.
We are seeking an experienced, full-time Ready Mix Concrete Plant Manager to join our team immediately.
Why Work With Us
We offer a competitive compensation package including:
- Bonus plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Group medical, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Position Summary
The Plant Manager oversees all daily operations of the ready-mix concrete plant, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and compliance. This role requires strong leadership, a positive and professional demeanor, the ability to work independently, and the flexibility to manage a fast-paced environment.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Managing production operations and meeting production quotas
- Maintaining quality control standards
- Scheduling and managing raw materials
- Troubleshooting equipment issues
- Supervising plant personnel and drivers
- Overseeing maintenance, inventory, environmental compliance, and plant appearance
This is a safety-sensitive position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain the highest standards of quality and safety from production to shipment
- Safely batch concrete and load trucks according to customer specifications
- Oversee daily production and scheduling to ensure efficient operations
- Manage maintenance scheduling and performance
- Maintain accurate raw material and spare parts inventory
- Hire, train, direct, evaluate, and discipline staff in accordance with company policy
- Coordinate with the Production Manager and other departments
- Monitor and maintain fleet cleanliness and coordinate fleet repairs
- Work with welding shop and truck shop on plant and vehicle maintenance
- Perform month-end inventory
- Develop strong working relationships with sales representatives and customers
- Manage COD transactions
- Operate a front-end loader as needed
Additional Responsibilities
- Review daily driver vehicle reports
- Maintain supplies and raw materials inventory
- Complete daily/weekly/monthly reports
- Conduct safety meetings
- Perform QC sampling and testing
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Maintain plant equipment and assets in optimal condition
- Assist with equipment maintenance when required
- Operate the plant within budget guidelines
- Review customer orders for correct mix designs
- Communicate effectively with operations staff to ensure resources and equipment availability
- Promote and uphold a safe, clean, and environmentally compliant plant
- Conduct regular plant inspections, safety meetings, and ensure proper PPE use
- Manage batching, fleet reliability, plant appearance, and yard organization
- Use KPIs to drive performance improvement and coordinate efficient delivery
- Monitor incoming materials for quality, consistency, and volume
- Collaborate with other departments to meet customer expectations and resolve issues
Qualifications & Requirements
- Working knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations preferred
- ACI Level I Field Testing Technician and Concrete Batch Plant Operator certifications required within 90 days of hire
- 5 years of progressive experience in ready-mix concrete production, plant equipment, and fleet management preferred
- Ability to climb conveyor belts and silos up to 70 feet
- Knowledge of state and federal employment, safety, and environmental regulations
- Strong math, computer, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to work a variable schedule, extended hours, irregular shifts, and weekends as needed
Delaware Valley Concrete Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $70,000
