Martin Marietta · 17 hours ago
District Production Manager, Aggregate Materials - Houston, TX
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expMartin Marietta is a leading supplier of heavy building materials, including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt. The District Production Manager is responsible for overseeing operations at Aggregate Recycle Yards, Sand & Gravel, and Aggregate Rail Yards, focusing on safety, production efficiency, and personnel management to achieve production targets and drive profitability.
ManufacturingMiningNatural Resources
Responsibilities
Cultivates a positive safety culture in assigned operations by championing Guardian Angel and Wing Man principles and philosophy. Builds individual accountability and rewards/recognition into safety approach
Ensures daily coordination between production, delivery, distribution and quality control
Directs production activities to ensure strict adherence to cost and quality standards and takes immediate corrective action when deficiencies are noted; achieves production targets as directed
Provides leadership resulting in maximum production, working closely with District Sales Manager and Transportation andamp; Logistics Manager to exceed customer expectations, ensure product quality and drive maximum profitability
Provides direction to Plant Managers to ensure efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources
Builds effective teams and develop direct reports for future opportunities
Ensures that all personnel under their supervision comply with Federal, State and local regulations
Ensures company safety rules and regulations are met through periodic inspections of plant machinery, equipment, personal activities and working conditions
Drives operational excellence goals and supports continuous improvement initiatives, through collaboration with the Division Operational Excellence team
Develops and nurtures empowerment in all phases of the operation
Responsible for overseeing month end inventories
Responsible for maintaining updated Hazcom and other environmental records and permits for assigned operations. Responsible for compliance and all administration related to environmental regulations. Coordinates environmental issues with Land and Environmental department
Directs the selection, training and development of production personnel - appraises performance of subordinates and takes/recommends appropriate personnel actions as necessary
Recommends management development and necessary training programs for all direct reports
Purchases or directs the purchase of supplies and equipment in accordance with company policy
Implements and reviews ongoing contracts, purchase orders, appropriations and expenditure requests
Coordinates with VP/GM on staffing needs to properly and safely operate the plants. Coordinates these same needs with the Human Resources Department with attention on labor law compliance
Assists with profit plans, CER’s, market analyses and special reports for the approval of the VP/GM
Maintains operational security
Develops an environment of empowerment and teamwork
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Responsible for overall direction of Aggregate Recycle Yards, Sand & Gravel and Aggregate Rail Yards operations, for the Houston District operations
Will lead and grow all aspects of aggregate production and personnel, which includes managing all aspects of safety, production, and other support functions with primary responsibility for ensuring effective execution of production performance and growth strategy
Position will be based in the Houston, TX area
Cultivates a positive safety culture in assigned operations by championing Guardian Angel and Wing Man principles and philosophy
Builds individual accountability and rewards/recognition into safety approach
Ensures daily coordination between production, delivery, distribution and quality control
Directs production activities to ensure strict adherence to cost and quality standards and takes immediate corrective action when deficiencies are noted; achieves production targets as directed
Provides leadership resulting in maximum production, working closely with District Sales Manager and Transportation and Logistics Manager to exceed customer expectations, ensure product quality and drive maximum profitability
Provides direction to Plant Managers to ensure efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources
Builds effective teams and develop direct reports for future opportunities
Ensures that all personnel under their supervision comply with Federal, State and local regulations
Ensures company safety rules and regulations are met through periodic inspections of plant machinery, equipment, personal activities and working conditions
Drives operational excellence goals and supports continuous improvement initiatives, through collaboration with the Division Operational Excellence team
Develops and nurtures empowerment in all phases of the operation
Responsible for overseeing month end inventories
Responsible for maintaining updated Hazcom and other environmental records and permits for assigned operations
Responsible for compliance and all administration related to environmental regulations
Coordinates environmental issues with Land and Environmental department
Directs the selection, training and development of production personnel - appraises performance of subordinates and takes/recommends appropriate personnel actions as necessary
Recommends management development and necessary training programs for all direct reports
Purchases or directs the purchase of supplies and equipment in accordance with company policy
Implements and reviews ongoing contracts, purchase orders, appropriations and expenditure requests
Coordinates with VP/GM on staffing needs to properly and safely operate the plants
Coordinates these same needs with the Human Resources Department with attention on labor law compliance
Assists with profit plans, CER's, market analyses and special reports for the approval of the VP/GM
Maintains operational security
Develops an environment of empowerment and teamwork
Other duties as assigned
Safety
Ethical Conduct
Business Acumen
Decision Making
Relationship Building
Drive for Results
Analytical
Teamwork
Attention to Detail
Must maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record
Computer / PC literate
Experience with MS-Office required; must become proficient in JDE, Business Analytics and other applications; experience with these applications is preferred
Strong organizational and budgeting skills with attention to detail
Understanding of all components of plant and departmental cost and production
Strong commitment to safety, quality, customer service and plant cleanliness
Willingness to prepare for future growth potential within plant and company
Ability to manage an empowered workforce; must be able to lead by example and have good coaching skills and be approachable
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, other departments and vendors
Ability to communicate performance expectations and work assignments to employees
Ability to resolve employee performance issues and conflicts
Demonstrated success in managing a large group of employees
High standard of ethics, integrity, and trust; good judgment
Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams
Preferred
Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.E.) in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or other related discipline strongly preferred and/or equivalent combination of knowledge, skills and abilities
Ten (10) or more years' experience in aggregates, operations preferred
Ten (10) years' supervisory or management experience in an aggregate or similar industrial environment
Knowledgeable in MSHA regulations and compliance
Excellent knowledge of aggregate operations and the associated plants and equipment
A thorough understanding of quality control processes ASTM guidelines and specifications regarding aggregates
Understanding of ready mix and asphalt specifications and operations a plus
Sales, Inventory and Operational Planning (SI&OP) process familiarity a plus
Benefits
Medical
Prescription Drug
Dental
Vision
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Plan
Paid Holidays and Vacation
401(k) with Company matching
Pension
Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability Options
Employee Life Insurance
Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Direct Deposit Payroll
Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
Matching Gift Program
New Auto Purchase Discount Plans
Company
Martin Marietta
Martin Marietta Materials supplies the products to build the world around you. They are the nation’s second largest producer of
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2024-10-31Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
1994-02-25IPO
Leadership Team
Craig LaTorre
Vice President Human Resources Field Operations
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