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Knife River Northwest

General Manager of Ready Mix

tangent, OR

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Job description

Job Summary:

Knife River is a People-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today!

We have an excellent career opportunity for a Ready-Mix General Manager.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Ready-Mix operations, fleet, maintenance, and concrete production activities.

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including MSHA, OSHA, EPA, and environmental requirements.

Manage capital improvement projects, including budgeting, planning, execution, and return-on-investment analysis.

Lead and develop operations, sales, and support teams to achieve safety, service, quality, and profitability objectives in our Metro and Willamette Valley Divisions.

Research, evaluate, and implement innovative products, technologies, and processes that improve safety, operational efficiency, and reduce environmental impact, including carbon reduction initiatives.

Effective communicator and collaborative leader, capable of navigating high-pressure situations while fostering positive working relationships.

Evaluate and resolve operational challenges related to materials, production, quality, equipment performance, and customer service.

Manage employee relations matters professionally and effectively while supporting workforce engagement and retention.

Minimum Qualifications:

Proven leadership and management experience in construction materials, ready mix concrete, aggregates, or a related industry.

Demonstrated responsibility for profit and loss (P&L) management and financial performance.

Experience managing concrete production, fleet operations, and equipment maintenance programs.

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to lead teams effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.

Self-motivated leader with a collaborative management style and a commitment to developing people.

Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, physical/functional assessment, and drug screening.

Commitment to maintaining a professional, respectful, and customer-focused work environment.

Additional Information

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smoothly as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to this position:

Air Force:

Engineering Superintendent

Army:

Construction Engineering Technician

Navy:

Construction Planner and Estimator Specialist

Ship Type Planning and Estimating Superintendent

Marines:

Combat Engineer Officer

Basic Engineer, Construction, Facilities and Equipment Officer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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tangent, OR, 97389, US

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