Production Manager 2 – Fallon, NV

Position Overview

Our client is a leading supplier and marketer serving the road maintenance and construction industry, with multiple production facilities across the western United States. They are seeking an energized, flexible, self-starter to fill a full-time Production Manager position at their facility in Fallon, NV. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position is responsible for all aspects of liquid asphalt plant operations.

Position Responsibilities

• Operate as the independent processing expert on all systems.
• Serve as the boiler system efficiency expert.
• Lead projects in any plant area.
• Maintain all production processes.
• Generate and print batch tickets.
• Schedule employees.
• Provide input on employee performance reviews.
• Train and lead Operators 1, 2, 3, and 4.

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations.
• Address customer complaints and resolve operational issues.
• Develop plant processes and systems to ensure effective material production.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain an excellent team by training, mentoring, and leading employees.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 5 or more years of related experience, education, or certification.
• Previous experience managing a plant or industrial facility preferred.
• Ability to accurately perform basic arithmetic operations, including calculating percentages.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Candidates must be able to lift, carry, pull, and/or push or otherwise move 25-80 pounds on a daily/frequent basis.
• Stand, walk, and climb daily/frequently.
• Work on an open grated catwalk up to 50 feet high.
• Carry a 3-inch × 20-foot rubber asphalt hose approximately 120 feet without assistance.
• Climb stairs and ladders up to 50 feet daily/frequently.
• Work in a crouched position beneath transport trailers or railcars for a minimum of 20 minutes at a time, for up to 8 hours per day.
• Work in enclosed or confined spaces, including tanks.
• Balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and perform overhead work as needed.
• Perform occasional keyboard and repetitive hand motion tasks.
• Work safely outdoors in extreme weather conditions and around industrial and electrical equipment.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) daily.

Key Competencies

• Organized & Strong Attention to Detail
• Dedicated to producing accurate, error-free work
• Gets things done
• Successfully manages multiple projects
• Demonstrates strong time management skills
• Drive for Results
• Takes initiative and demonstrates a bias for action
• Takes calculated risks
• Prioritizes projects and drives them to completion
• Follows up effectively with stakeholders
• Teamwork
• Develops and leverages cooperative relationships
• Shares information and resources willingly
• Contributes constructively to team decision-making
• Supports team decisions through actions and communication
• Coaches, mentors, and develops employees
• Embraces & Drives Change
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for implementing change
• Identifies opportunities for improvement
• Takes responsible risks
• Owes and sustains change initiatives
• Personal Growth
• Learns from experience and feedback
• Demonstrates curiosity
• Continuously improves self and those around them

Hiring Criteria

• Successful candidates will demonstrate strong alignment of education, experience, technical skills, and interpersonal competencies.
• Strong cultural fit with our client's values.
• Adaptability and the ability to grow in a dynamic work environment.
• Leadership qualities including empathy, strategic vision, and influence.

About Our Client

Our client's success is built by a dedicated team of professionals who excel in their roles. The organization is committed to attracting top talent who thrive in collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented environments. Employees are offered a competitive total rewards package, opportunities for continuous learning, and a dynamic, fast-paced work environment. Founded in 1976, our client has grown into a respected family-owned organization serving the highway construction industry. Through a relentless commitment to continuous improvement, quality products, and exceptional customer service, our client has established itself as a trusted industry leader.