Assistant Plant Manager

Granite Construction • Ukiah, CA

7h • $87,565 - $131,349

About The Position

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future. General Summary This position is responsible for assisting the Plant Manager in developing, managing and maintaining profitable plant and materials operations by coordinating personnel and equipment to ensure operation efficiency and profitability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, or Civil Engineering preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a plant engineer, or in other plant-related roles
• Knowledge of rock plants and heavy equipment, with an understanding of asphalt, aggregate, gradations, and mining practices
• Knowledge of materials business
• Must have demonstrated decision making skills
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of heavy civil construction materials
• Understanding of material design, sampling & testing requirements
• Understanding of construction processes
• Comply, understand, and support company safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
• Abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct daily
• A team player

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience with Hot Mix Asphalt Plants preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing one to two asphalt plants and associated sand, gravel, and crushing operations to ensure efficient production and maximum profitability
• Review cost reports to ensure financial accuracy and support informed operational decision-making
• Assist in preparing operating budgets and forecasting data to support planning efforts and achieve established financial goals
• Track and report material production data to optimize plant resources and meet the needs of internal and external customers.
• Help maintain accurate records and equipment locations to ensure effective inventory control and reduce equipment-related costs
• Assist in coordinating and scheduling plant resources to maximize operational efficiency and support continuous production demands
• Assist in the hiring of plant personnel to help build a qualified and productive workforce
• Help coordinate and conduct safety orientations for new plant personnel to ensure safety protocols are introduced and learned
• Lead weekly safety meetings as needed to reinforce safe work practices and keep staff informed of evolving safety procedures

Benefits

• Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace.
• That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
• Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.
• Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
• Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level