About the Role

This role is responsible for leading and executing operational strategy across a defined market and product line. The position oversees all operational functions with a focus on productivity, efficiency, customer service, employee engagement, and retention. Success in this role requires building a strong, safety-focused culture while delivering financial and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager and cross-functional support teams to develop regional objectives and long-term strategic goals.
• Translate company objectives into measurable goals and ensure successful execution across the area of responsibility.
• Provide leadership, direction, and accountability to managers to ensure operational performance meets business targets.
• Support regional profitability by identifying opportunities for improvement, maximizing efficiencies, and leveraging resources across the business.
• Assist in the preparation and management of operating budgets.
• Conduct regular operational reviews to evaluate cost drivers, financial performance, production volumes, inventory levels, material usage, and overall capacity.
• Review financial statements, cost reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify productivity trends, cost reduction opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety and environmental compliance, ensuring adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Partner closely with Safety and Environmental teams to ensure all permit requirements, regulatory obligations, and environmental conditions are met.
• Develop workforce plans, staffing strategies, and project schedules to support operational needs.
• Oversee all aspects of personnel management, including recruitment, training, coaching, performance management, disciplinary actions, and succession planning.
• Build high-performing teams by developing employees, improving skill levels, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce turnaround times, and improve service levels.
• Analyze KPIs and operational metrics to identify trends and implement strategies that improve productivity and performance.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to address customer service, fleet, labor, and union-related matters.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen employee morale, engagement, and motivation while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Prioritize workloads effectively to meet operational demands, training requirements, and administrative responsibilities.
• Champion safety leadership and ensure the highest standards of workplace safety are consistently maintained.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Master’s degree preferred
• Preferred fields of study include Operations Management, Business, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant operational leadership experience

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using SAP

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to comply with all company safety policies and properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators where applicable.
• Employees required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass fit testing, subject to applicable law.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth after-tax savings options
• Medical, dental, disability, vision, and life insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Educational assistance programs
• Wellness programs and employee discounts
• Flexible dress policy