Assistant Plant Manager

Assists in managing plant operations and overseeing production processes to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met. Supervises plant employees, assigns tasks, and monitors performance to achieve production goals. Assists in implementing and enforcing safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment. Collaborates with managers and other departments to optimize plant operations and resolve any issues that may arise. Supports the Plant Manager in day-to-day activities and decision-making processes. Essential Functions • Assists the Plant Manager in the overall operation of the plant, including production, and maintenance. • Coordinate by-size production with sales market demands and long range planning. • Work closely with the quality control technician and the plant manager to ensure that all production meets the customer’s needs. • Proper utilization and maintenance of all stationary and mobile support equipment so that equipment cost and downtime is minimized and the equipment is available when needed. • Be proactive in the safety of all personnel and activities in the plant area. Inspect and maintain dust control systems to ensure a healthy work environment. Be knowledgeable of waste products, their impact on the environment and their proper disposal. • Ensure that all safety procedures and company guidelines are adhered to. • Provide an example of good leadership. Keep open effective lines of communication with division staff and operation level personnel. • Maintain proper levels of inventories to support local sales activities and long range market demands. • Coordinates with contractors and vendors to ensure that construction projects are completed on time and within budget. • Works closely with Quality Control Technician to ensure product consistency. • Ensure that Vulcan remains proactive and transparent with community partners and our Adopt-a-School programs thrive. • Thorough understanding of Vulcan’s business purpose. Recognizes business constraints - what is and is not possible at certain times or in certain positions. Critical Competencies • Leadership Skills - Acts decisively and supports all aspects of the company to work together to accomplish objectives, vision, mission and values of Vulcan. Trusts and allows people to do their job, holding them accountable for the full extent of their responsibilities. • Processing Knowledge - Understands the material flow, crushing, screening and stockpiling process of an aggregate operation. Understands how to adjust plant settings for optimal production efficiency and troubleshoot inefficiencies. • Optimizes Work Processes - Enhances efficiency, improves workflows, and drives continuous improvement to achieve better outcomes. • Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections. • Critical Thinking - Ability to analyze information objectively, evaluate different perspectives, and make well-informed decisions. • Adaptability - Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change. • Coaching and Mentoring - Guiding and developing individuals to enhance their skills, performance, and career growth. Coaching focuses on short-term, goal-oriented improvement, while mentoring provides long-term support and knowledge sharing. Both require active listening, constructive feedback, and fostering continuous learning to help individuals reach their full potential.