Plant Manager

Plant Manager – Ash Grove Cement (CRH)

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Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America’s leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world‑class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward‑thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers.

At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

• Family Culture – We treat our team like family
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• 401k with 5% company match & profit sharing
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Tuition Reimbursement Program – We'll assist with continuing education that aligns with your career goals
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement
• Potential Relocation Packages

The Plant Manager plans, coordinates, and supervises the production operations, hazardous waste fuel program, maintenance activities, quality and safety programs, and other related functions involved in plant operations. This position incorporates directives provided by corporate management into policies and procedures to maintain standards and schedules. The position exercises direct or indirect supervision over a large number of employees.

• Conduct meetings with plant staff personnel to communicate, coordinate and discuss plant operations.
• Monitor, inspect and review all plant activities.
• Ensure production schedule corresponds with sales forecasts.
• Assist in investigating customer and quality problems and concerns.
• Meet with government agencies and community groups concerning plant activities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, policies, and standards.
• Prepare regular reports regarding plant production operations.
• Attend Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training for waste‑derived fuel activities.
• Promote effective job performance through motivation, goals, and providing feedback.
• Promote the safety program, compliance with safety standards, and participate in safety meetings.
• Establish plant standards, short‑term goals, and long‑term strategic plans for production, maintenance, and improvements.
• Discuss new products, equipment, and ideas with staff and vendors.
• Analyze plant costs and explore methods to improve productivity cost‑effectively.
• Use technology to develop a continuous improvement plan for the plant.
• Troubleshoot various problems and performance barriers.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, chemistry, natural sciences, business administration, or closely related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• Minimum 10 years in a cement or lime manufacturing facility with specific exposure to plant management responsibilities.
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to make sound independent judgments regularly.
• Ability to effectively coach and deliver constructive feedback.
• Ability to inspire and develop staff.
• Proficient in effective negotiation skills in business and construction contracts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to effectively use computers for general word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, e‑mail, internet, and customized company programs.
• Ability to communicate the company's vision into actionable goals and contributions for plant personnel.
• Ability to network with industry professionals, consultants, vendors, suppliers, regulators, and the community.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental health regulations.
• Knowledge of cement…