Area Aggregate Manager

The Area Aggregate Manager is responsible for supervising and supporting Aggregate superintendents through coaching and developing a team focused on the safe and efficient operation of their respective facilities. The incumbent will support NESL under the direction of the Regional Aggregate manager; focusing on the safety of coworkers; costs control, product quality, inventory management and customer service. 

Area Aggregate Manager - What Will You Do?

• Leads Quarry Superintendents to ensure safe and efficient Aggregate operations.
• Provides coaching and guidance to Superintendents to assist in the management of facility personnel, cultivating a strong culture of safety, teamwork and best practices.
• Outlines NESL Strategic Initiatives, providing support to Superintendents assisting them in establishing action plans to obtain the Strategic Initiatives.  
• Identifies operating deficiencies through the use of KPIs, developing and communicating an action plan to address these deficiencies.
• Assists Superintendents in day-to-day decision making when needed.
• Works with Superintendents to assist them with understanding and managing their production, labor, product quality and equipment costs.
• Works with Superintendents and Purchasing Department to maintain a critical spares list and secure quality parts and equipment at a competitive price point.
• Develops long range mining and operating plans to keep NESL operations current with industry standards.
• Works with NESL Engineering staff and consultants to ensure all facilities are compliant with local, state and federal environmental regulations.
• Maintains an open line of communication with the Sales team, ensuring industry best customer service.
• Assists in the hiring of operations personnel.
• Manages the relationship between labor and NESL management as it applies to the day-to-day operations.
• Where applicable, assists NESL management in the negotiation and application of Collective Bargaining Agreements, grievance resolution and arbitration.
• Handles day to day labor and personnel issues, ensuring that there is an open line of communication with all employees.
• Establishes and manages facility budgets.
• Aids Regional Manager in developing operating budget, ensuring that sales projections are met, inventory is managed, and production cost controls are in place to maximize EBITDA.
• Works closely with Regional Manager and NESL Accounting staff to monitor and manage monthly costs and inventories.
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Requirements - Who Are We Looking For?

• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience, including, but not limited to surface aggregate mining, processing and maintenance.
• Associates Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or relevant discipline preferred. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Proven ability to build professional relationships with leaders and external networks.
• Excellent customer service orientation.
• Must have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must possess strong attention to detail, good organizational skills with the ability to ensure accurate work.
• Demonstrated skills and ability to be persuasive and collaborate across multiple levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently but as part of a team concept.
• Flexibility and the ability to operate under stressful, time-sensitive deadlines.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid driver's license and meets NESL's driving standards.

Why Apply?

• Competitive Benefit Package - Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Vacation, Life Insurance, etc
• Career Growth - We pride ourselves in developing coworkers and promoting from within.
• Stable Industry - Our materials are in high demand year over year.