SIMON | HMA Plant Operations Manager

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. What we do is bigger than construction – it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com/.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary

Provides strategic and operational leadership for multiple asphalt manufacturing operations within an assigned market area. Responsible for overall safety, profitability, production performance, capital planning, workforce leadership, and long term operational sustainability.

Main Responsibilities

• Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Simon Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
• Support, promote, and practice the Company’s core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
• Direct all aspects of operations related to manufacturing in assigned area to support achievement of established performance indicator targets related to safety, production, quality, and financial performance
• Establish budgets and production schedules, prepare monthly forecasts, and monitor operational performance
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to manufacturing operations
• Provide leadership, coaching, performance management, and development for the asphalt plant operations team and other manufacturing leaders within the assigned area
• Establish performance expectations for plant leadership teams and ensure consistent execution of operational, safety, quality, and financial objectives across all assigned facilities
• Ensure collaboration, communication, team development, and recognition by establishing effective communication channels, leading team meetings, etc.
• Develop and coordinate implementation of plans for efficient use of materials, equipment, and employees
• Actively monitor market trends and anticipate production needs; adapt processes and coordinate production schedules in conjunction with sales, construction, and quality control teams to meet internal and external demand
• Actively participate in bidding and estimating processes including review and analysis of bid results
• Prepare profit and loss reports for manufacturing operations; present operational budgets to senior management
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including internal teams and external vendors, customers, representatives of local/county/state government and industry partners
• Develop long-range manufacturing strategies, capital improvement plans, and operational initiatives to support growth, sustainability, and operational excellence
• Coordinate with asset management team to develop capital expense budget to support sustainability and growth
• Review production costs and product quality, and modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operations
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar field of study; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current MSHA Certification and/or ability to obtain may be required
• Valid drivers’ license and ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle record required
  
  

Skills

• 8 years of experience in aggregate mining, construction materials manufacturing (ready-mix, aggregates, and/or asphalt) or similar area preferred
• 5 years of experience effectively handling, leading, motivating and developing teams
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local agency regulations (OSHA, MSHA, DEQ, DOT, etc.)
• Experience handling budgets and performing in-depth financial analysis
• Self-directed, driven by results, and highly motivated, requiring minimal direct guidance
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, problem-solve, and work under consistent pressure of deadlines
• Demonstrated proficiency using computer programs, including MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), and production/scheduling planning software
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Wears and maintains required PPE (personal protective equipment) to ensure safe performance of job responsibilities as required
• Regularly lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds to handle materials, tools, and equipment essential job functions with or without assistance
• Regularly uses hands to feel, handle, and manipulate objects, write, and operate a keyboard and/or mobile device to complete administrative tasks and support project documentation
• Regularly communicates (talks and hears) and uses visual acuity to exchange information, coordinate work, and maintain safe and effective job‑site operations
• Frequently stands, walks, sits, reaches, and stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls to access work areas and complete required tasks
• Frequently stands or works on feet for extended periods and walks across uneven terrain to navigate construction sites safely and effectively
• Frequently works in close proximity to heavy equipment and machinery to oversee field activities
• Frequently works in environments that may include loud noise, moving equipment, dust, or varying indoor/outdoor conditions depending on operational needs
• Occasionally experiences exposure to fuel, oil, and other chemicals associated with construction equipment and site activities
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends; overnight travel may be required
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation*: $135,000 - $160,000 DOE*

• Estimated target starting compensation; actual compensation to be determined based on assessment of an individual’s qualifications, education, and experience relevant to the role.
  
  

Application window anticipated to close on 11/08/2026; open until filled.

Benefits: All full-time salary employees are eligible to participate in Simon benefits as defined in plan documents. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life insurance, supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, 401K with company match, short and long-term disability, flexible spending plan, and education assistance. Other benefits include eight paid holidays, and access to available company discounts.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The essential functions of this role may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Simon is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Simon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Colas Inc. And Its Subsidiaries Are An Equal Opportunity Employer. For Details On The Specifics Of This Commitment, Please Click Here To View The EEO Document. If You Are An Individual With a Disability And Require a Reasonable Accommodation To

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
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Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.