What are the responsibilities and job description for the Westside Stone General Manager position at Erlen Group?
Westside Stone General Manager
Reports to: VP of Materials
FLSA Status: Exempt
The Erlen Group of companies exist to maximize long-term shareholder value by providing goods and services with honesty, integrity and fairness to our team, our communities and our clients.
Westside Stone General Manager Job Summary:
This position will oversee and manage the Westside Stone location. This person will be responsible for managing production and extraction activities, recruiting and training staff, client relations, and maintenance of equipment. The Manager, or their designate, will be responsible for maintaining governmental regulatory compliance, managing mine planning, and quality control programs. This Manager will confer with the Aggregates Operations Manager and other Leadership Team Members to review performance, develop strategy, and discuss required changes in goals or objectives resulting from changing status and market conditions.
Westside Stone General Manager Duties/Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety of Team Members, equipment, and operating activities
- Control production schedules and inventory quantities to meet client needs
- Develop strategies to control and lower costs through improved methods, mine planning, scheduling, and quality control
- Manage the profitability of the quarry by providing input on the budget and managing expenses
- Plan and coordinate Team Member training, development, and safety programs
- Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure consistent in-spec product
- Coordinate mobilization of equipment to meet customer production demands
- Consult with Aggregates Division Leadership Team regarding budgeting, pricing, and equipment purchasing
- Represent Westside Stone at community and industry events
Westside Stone General Manager Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate Team Members engaged in all aspects of Westside Stone operations
Westside Stone General Manager Skills/Abilities:
- Strong leadership in the areas of safety, environmental, Team development, and Team Member relations
- Comprehensive knowledge of the capability, maintenance, and proper utilization of mining equipment
- Thorough knowledge of regulations and regulatory agencies such as MSHA, EPA, DNR, etc.
- Excellent managerial and supervisory skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Westside Stone General Manager Education and Experience:
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (i.e., Mining, Civil Engineering, Geology)
- Required: Five years of experience in the mining industry
- Required: Advanced knowledge of quarry and mining operations
- Required: Valid Driver’s license
- Preferred: MSHA Trainer Certification
Westside Stone General Manager Physical and/or Travel Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
- Ability to travel via automobile and air
- Travel may be up to 25% to include approximately 10% overnight business
Westside Stone General Manager Benefits:
- Paid time off and Holidays
- Simplified Employee Pension Plan
- Health Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Gallup Leadership Development training
Erlen Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment and aspects of employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Erlen Group values a diverse workplace and encourages anyone to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This position is safety sensitive.