Operations Manager - Johnston, IA

 

 

Job ID:  512553

 

Hallett Materials, a CRH company, was established in 1918.  Hallett Materials produces quality aggregates with a firm belief in customer service.  The materials produced by Hallett Materials are used in the construction of new highways, bridges and buildings as well as landscaping and maintenance projects.

 

Position Overview

Lead and manage all aspects of the aggregate including safety, operations, operational finance, equipment, and critical support functions with primary responsibility for ensuring effective execution of corporate growth strategy within the company’s geographic areas. 

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures as well as in full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA, MSHA, etc.

• Manage financial success of the line of business by reviewing financial status for areas of responsibility on a daily and monthly basis, assessing long-term profitability inventory control, and monitoring cash flow/collections.

• Responsible for daily operations including safe production, quality, customer focus and maintaining the integrity of the safety and environmental systems within company’s operations.

• Monitor operational performance against budget, performance, target setting, and quality standards.  Identify and implement operational performance optimization opportunities to enhance the company’s financial returns.

• Manage personnel via department leaders in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable employment laws.  This includes training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding employees, disciplining employees, long term personnel development and succession planning, as well as addressing complaints and resolving issues.

• Develop or assist in developing company strategic plans, safety approach, financial goals, operating plans, and long and short-range objectives consistent with CRH strategies.

• Lead teams to achieve profitability goals, safety recognition, and national awards.

• Actively participate in Region, Division, or National Performance teams as required.

• Participate in annual strategy, budgeting and capital expenditure planning for operations with the leadership team.

• Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications 

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, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university and ten (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Knowledge of MSHA/OSHA rules and regulations required.

• Previous industry experience in building materials and/or heavy highway paving preferred.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license. 

• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work evenings and weekends when necessary.

• Must be willing to travel to other location frequently within the workday.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must be proficient in Microsoft suite of tools including Excel, Word and Outlook, and database software.  Must be able to utilize i