Plant Operations Manager

Location: Henderson NC

Job Summary:

We are seeking a hands-on, highly skilled Plant Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our Ready-Mix Concrete and Block Plant facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring efficient plant operations, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, and staff management. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and experience working in a high-paced industrial or manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Plant Operations & Maintenance

• Perform regular inspections and maintenance on concrete plant equipment including batching systems, silos, boilers, air compressors, and conveyors.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems; coordinate with OEMs like Besser and MPAQ.
• Manage calibration and functionality checks of batching scales, moisture testers, air pots, slump cones, and other QC equipment.
• Oversee and document boiler inspections (twice annually), air quality inspections, and chemical/water testing.

Production Management

• Set and adjust production schedules for both concrete and block manufacturing.
• Order raw materials including cement, sand, aggregates, and admixtures.
• Maintain production and batching records, including moisture calculations and load tickets.

Regulatory Compliance & Certifications

• Ensure compliance with DOT, NCDOT, and OSHA requirements including plant certifications, equipment inspections, and employee safety training.
• Manage documentation for NCDOT mix designs, SDS sheets, water quality reports, and stormwater permits.
• Track and maintain technician certifications and schedule recertifications as needed.

Staff & HR Support

• Assist with hiring, training, and onboarding new employees.
• Evaluate personnel needs and manage staffing to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Support with scheduling, safety meetings, hearing tests, and background/physical checks.
• Address employee concerns and contribute to an organized and safe workplace.

Logistics & Equipment

• Track truck maintenance, schedule services, and monitor recall actions.
• Assist with dispatch and batching during peak periods.
• Help evaluate and procure new trucks, forklifts, loaders, and batching systems.
• Ensure parts inventory and sourcing for conveyors, mixers, and other machinery.

General Support

• Assist mechanics and loader/forklift operations as needed.
• Respond to job site issues and support concrete quality control (e.g., mix design evaluation, sand performance).
• Maintain up-to-date logs for block and concrete production, inspections, and preventive maintenance.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in concrete manufacturing, plant operations, or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of batching systems, hydraulics, electrical control systems (e.g., PLCs), and maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with NCDOT and OSHA regulations, including plant certification standards.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with troubleshooting equipment and coordinating with external vendors.

Preferred Certifications:

• NCDOT Batch, Field, and Mix Design Technician Certifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Forklift Operator Certification
• OSHA Safety Certification