Manager I - Operations Manager Tampa

Overview

Location: Tampa Area

Reports to: Senior Manager, Ready Mix - Clark Vandevander

The Ready Mix Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of ready mix concrete production and delivery operations. This includes managing plant production, fleet operations, staff supervision, safety compliance, quality assurance, budgeting, and customer service. The role ensures operational efficiency, high product quality, customer satisfaction, and compliance with all regulatory and company standards.

Role & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

•    Operational Management:
o    Oversee daily ready mix operations across one or multiple plant locations.
o    Ensure efficient production and delivery of concrete to meet customer demands and schedules.
o    Manage plant maintenance schedules and ensure equipment reliability and functionality.
o    Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and coordinate procurement with suppliers.
•    Team Leadership & Staffing:
o    Supervise, train, and evaluate plant personnel, including plant operators, batchers, drivers, and maintenance staff.
o    Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
o    Schedule staff and manage workloads to optimize labor efficiency.
•    Quality Control:
o    Work with quality control teams to maintain high product standards and meet required specifications.
o    Investigate and resolve customer complaints related to product quality or delivery.
•    Safety & Compliance:
o    Ensure all operations are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, DOT, EPA).
o    Enforce safety procedures and promote a safe work environment.
o    Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections.
•    Customer Service & Communication:
o    Collaborate with dispatchers, sales teams, and customers to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
o    Address client concerns and foster strong relationships with contractors and builders.
•    Financial & Reporting:
o    Manage operational budgets, control costs, and seek efficiencies.
o    Analyze performance metrics and prepare reports on plant performance, safety, and productivity.

Qualifications:
•    Proven experience in ready mix or construction materials operations, preferably in a supervisory or management role.
•    Strong knowledge of concrete production, batching, and delivery processes.
•    Excellent leadership and team management skills.
•    Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
•    Working knowledge of relevant safety and environmental regulations.
•    Proficiency with operational software (e.g., batching systems, dispatching platforms, MS Office).
•    Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, engineering, or equivalent experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:
•    Ability to work in outdoor and industrial environments.
•    Occasional lifting of heavy equipment/materials.
•    Availability for early mornings, extended hours, and some weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Consistent work, with a work/life balance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid

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What to Expect During our Hiring Process

• Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• 5-Panel Drug Screen
• Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
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