Area Operations Manager -Austin, TX

Leander, TX, US, 78641

Job ID:  497719

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.  We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

Position Overview

This position will have oversight to multiple plant operations.  Provide leadership, training, supervision and support to the Concrete Delivery Professionals, Batch concrete and maintain plants.  Develop teamwork and foster team spirit within the concrete production and delivery departments.  The positions’ ultimate goals are to develop an environment of work teams and guiding these teams to be the best in the business. The results of this being 100% on-time delivery, driver productivity, plant up time, all with zero lost loads and zero customer complaints. Other responsibilities include the efficient and effective utilization of human resources, plant and equipment.   You must foster teamwork, positive work environment and overall safety of yourself and others.

Schedule: 

Position requires the ability to work 10-12 hour shifts, some nights/weekends and possibly some holidays. 

Supervision Duties

• Evaluate, Oversee, and Manage all aspects of Batch Operations, Yard Maintenance & RM Drivers
• Evaluate, monitor, and coach personnel supervised.
• Manage the workforce assigned to your plant daily.
• Issue discipline at the direction of the Regional Operations Manager.
• Direct work at plant locations and job sites.
• Review time cards, act on, and where appropriate, approve payroll claims.
• Attendance and on-time monitoring.
• Complete all paperwork and reports required by the company.
• Positively supervise and motivate professional drivers and yardman if applicable.
• Control expenditures and maximize profits for the plant, region, and company.
• Implement and maintain 5s program.
• Adhere to and positively communicate all company policies.

Safety & Environmental

• Assure compliance with ALL safety programs.
• Hold weekly Take 5 meetings with all employees and visitors.
• Confirm that proper maintenance is conducted on all equipment.
• Manage storm-water / spill prevention program.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and report corrections as needed.
• Assist with accident & environmental investigation/compliance.
• Maintain all records required for Greenstar compliance

Vehicle and Equipment Service and Maintenance

• Routinely inspect vehicles and equipment - report repair priorities.
• Ensure plants and operating equipment is clean and properly maintained.
• Ensure safety equipment is maintained.
• Perform routine plant maintenance.
• Schedule vehicle repairs through Regional Manager.

Quality Assurance

• Perform and record product testing as required daily.
• Maintain stock piles following DOT standards.
• Maintain calibration of moisture probes.
• Must keep an open line of communication with the Quality Control department. (Any mix design variations, etc.)
• Maintain daily black diary.

Operations

• Perform batching of concrete, ensuring that proper mix design and job specifications are followed.
• Coordinate raw material orders with Customer Service Center.
• Maintain specified inventory levels on all materials.
• Perform general maintenance on plant equipment and facilities as needed.
• Responsible for all monies received.
• Adhere to returned concrete policy.

Job Function Requirements

• Always present a professional appearance per the American Concrete dress code.
• Answer phone in a professional manner.
• Work closely with Customer Service Manager.
• Demonstrate and communicate high customer service and satisfaction standards by working in conjunction with Customer Service Team and Sales Team.
• Maintain and post all KPI’s daily.
• Maintain housekeeping tasks of plant site and office to conform to company and legal Safety standards.
• All plant managers are to be DOT-certified.
• Open, read, and respond to emails daily.

Qualification Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required.
• 3-5 years’ experience with Ready Mix Concrete is required.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently and effectively with customers and all company personnel.
• Must have extensive knowledge of surrounding area.
• Must have extensive knowledge of company products and services.
• Management; staff supervision experience is a plus.  Will supervise union employees. Must be able to supervise and control personnel to accommodate customer satisfaction.
• May be required to have a Class A or B CDL.
• Must be a problem solver.
• Must take the initiative to increase the quality of one’s skills to become more efficient.
• Must be able to make good judgment calls when under pressure.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to read and understand maps.
• Work requires walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting objects.
• Must be able to perform mathematical function pertaining to billing, volumes, quantities, etc
• Must have or acquire good computer skills in order to operate batching, billing and communication equipment.
• May be required to work at other locations to fill in for other managers as needed.
• Must be able to go out and approach people to obtain future business or investigate complaints.
• Ability to work nights, odd shift hours based on operational needs and Saturdays.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

For more information visit:www.crh.com

Come build your career with us! Apply today and find out how your skills and experience can translate to opportunities that advance your career.Please complete your online application and profile for consideration.

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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