Aggregate Plant Manager

BURNCO is a leading supplier of construction materials, proudly serving communities across North America. We are committed to quality, safety, and customer service, and we’re building a team that reflects those same values.

About the role

We are hiring a Plant Manager for our Ewing site in Colorado. You will lead all aspects of our aggregate plant operations — including safety, production, quality, customer satisfaction, and profitability — while driving a culture of excellence. You will ensure safe, efficient, high-quality production and guide the team toward achieving operational goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily operational guidance to plant personnel, ensuring compliance with company policies, safety protocols, and all MSHA and environmental regulations
• Enforce quality standards and hold team members accountable to performance expectations, policies, and procedures
• Lead and support team members through training, mentoring, and performance guidance to foster a safe and effective workforce
• Promote and maintain a safe, hazard-free work environment, fostering a culture of safety excellence
• Monitor production performance, record downtime, and maintain accurate training and operational records
• Identify opportunities to improve production processes and participate in business-related improvement projects
• Assist in developing and executing short- to mid-term mine plans to meet operational targets
• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules, submit and track work orders, coordinate repairs, and minimize equipment downtime
• Manage inventory levels, ensure accurate production reporting, and reconcile data with inventory flyovers
• Order parts, materials, and supplies as needed, accurately track spending, and ensure production costs remain within budget
• Communicate with the sales team to ensure product supply meets sales demand and address customer service issues
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and escalate operational concerns
• Assist in defining, planning, and delivering capital or process improvement projects
• Perform other duties as assigned to support plant and company objectives

Requirements

• Five or more years of experience in the aggregate industry with knowledge of operational best practices, including mine planning, plant processes, and material flow
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage change
• Experience operating heavy equipment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple demands while communicating effectively and resolving conflicts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong working knowledge of Excel
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce
• Must be willing and able to work in all weather conditions and challenging outdoor environments
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR)
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check as part of the pre-employment process
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly sits, stands, walks, types, and occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs

Schedule

• Full-time, permanent field-based role
• Standard hours are Monday to Friday, with some hours required on Saturdays as well
• Occasional overtime will be required
• 25% travel will be required to assigned plant location(s) and construction job sites

Pay

Salary Range: $96,000.00 - 120,000.00 USD

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus program that rewards your contributions
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• Team events, professional development activities, and community initiatives
• Inclusive, collaborative, and safety-focused culture