General Manager

Watkins Concrete Block Company, a NEBCO Company, provides building materials to the construction industry. Watkins manufactures concrete block and retaining wall in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors in our automated block plant. Watkins also provides brick, stone, and other concrete-related building materials to the residential and commercial markets.

The secret to a business’ longevity is really no secret at all: produce top-quality product, offer unparalleled customer service and evolve with changing times. Watkins continues to put these concepts into practice, and as a result, Watkins has provided Omaha’s commercial and residential builders with building supplies for over 80 years. For more information about Watkins, visit

NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately‑owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, Inc., visit

This position serves as General Manager of Watkins Concrete Block Company, including Reimers Kaufman and Kearney Crete & Block and is responsible for the efficient operation of the business unit(s) as assigned, which includes the safety, supervision, and coordination of employees including hiring, training, coaching, engagement, and disciplinary actions. Also implements strategic planning for the business unit(s), managing production and personnel safety and efficiency, managing quality and delivery of manufactured products, and managing raw materials and product inventory for the business unit.

Must have a focus on customer service to continue and improve providing customers with exceptional service and solutions.

All NEBCO leaders are charged with serving as role models by demonstrating company standards for ethical and professional behavior in support of the overall mission and values and must abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely.

• Oversees operational and personnel activities in the facility and ensure the safe, clean, and efficient operation of the site(s).
• Ensures quality management procedures are implemented and maintained.
• Focuses on safety, quality, and productivity requirements in accordance with company needs and customer requirements.
• Assures production and distribution of all products in accordance with policies, principles, and procedures established by the department/company and adhere to applicable regulations.
• Performs a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over subordinate staff, which would include onboarding, training & development, terminations, disciplinary process, evaluation of performance and recommendation of salary actions. Coordinate with the appropriate departments, such as Human Resources, Payroll & Benefits, and Safety to recruit, hire, and train new personnel.
• Maintains work schedules and work assignments, ensure time and attendance is properly maintained, monitored, and approved in a timely manner.
• Maintains certifications with applicable industry standards.
• Reviews production costs and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitability and efficient operation of the plants.
• Evaluates work procedures and modifies duties of personnel associated with the production of goods to meet the needs of the company.
• Maintains all personnel records to ensure compliance with and ongoing tracking activities required by applicable federal and state regulations and company guidelines.
• Oversees trucks and equipment, to assure repair or service work is scheduled and maintained.
• Manages and confers with the sales team, customers, and representatives of trade associations to evaluate and promote improved and expanded services in area.
• Maintains and directs the business units’ safety campaign and assure standards are met by observing and monitoring objects, data, and people’s behavior.
• Looks for ways to improve operations, decrease turnaround time, streamline…