Assistant Aggregate Manager

 
 

Job ID:  516242

 

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut.  As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you!  If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

 

Position Overview

Tilcon Connecticut Inc. is seeking an experienced Aggregates Assistant Manager to oversee quarry and sand & gravel operations across the State of Connecticut. They will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations such as and not limited to safety, compliance, production, quality, maintenance, sales, and other related operational needs.  They will help lead the division directly reporting to the Aggregates Manager and promote teamwork with all employees across the company.

 The Aggregates Assistant Manager will assist the manager in strategic planning, budgeting, capital spending and overall division financial performance while having a strong focus on day-to-day operations. Additionally, the position plays a key role in fostering a collaborative work environment and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Our core values are safety, quality and integrity in everything we do.  All Tilcon Connecticut Inc. employees are expected to partner with associates and management of the Company to coordinate, support, and actively promote our safety processes.  The position will establish key internal relationships to help ensure safety continues to be embedded in the culture of our Company. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Represent the company when it comes to safety.   Help promote safe work and assist the site operations when it comes to safety in areas such as incident handling, MSHA inspections, safety improvements, and working with the safety department.  Support & lead safety committees as well as larger overseeing safety goals and objectives within the Company.
• Assure compliance with safety and environmental polices & procedures - both Company directed and government mandated.  Analyze and correct hazardous conditions as identified.
• Monitor production costs for maximum profitability.  Lead, guide and develop the Aggregates superintendent teams toward achieving business goals, growing profitability and expanding the customer base.  Ensure performance tools are utilized across the various sites that support efficient operations.  Assist in scheduling overall operation activities such as production, maintenance, and sales.
• Keep controllable operating expenses within budget allowance while conducting a continuous cost reduction program.  Be alert for improvements in plant operations, maintain time & material records necessary for activities, and recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality and crew performance.
• Direct mine and pit development plans as well help maintain properties to be in good condition and appearance.
• Participate in special projects or tasks as assigned with the Company.
• Understand financial reporting and respond to requests on relating financials to operational performance.  Help develop and manage the implementation of capital improvement projects across the division.
• Collaborate with finance team on inventory management and forecasting.
• Build relationships with employees in the Aggregates division and other key roles across the Company.  Help with talent management, recruiting strategies, and overall employee management including recognition and discipline.  Provide coaching and feedback to the Aggregate team throughout the year and work with their overall development.
• Assume responsibility for developing qualified lead persons to fill in or replace aggregate leadership roles whenever necessary.
• Ensure the production of quality materials across the division and that customers are provided excellent service.
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