Quarry Manager

Job ID : 516004

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH company, is a leading manufacturer of aggregate and HMA products and Paving and Construction in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We operate aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) production facilities in Acushnet, Dracut, and Lunenburg, Massachusetts as well as Cranston, Rhode Island. Our modern facilities, veteran paving crews, experienced construction management team and large investment in plants and equipment make us one of the largest and most efficient producers in the state of Massachusetts as well as one of only two RIDOT approved stone suppliers in the state of Rhode Island.

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then P.J. Keating Company and CRH is the company for you! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

Job Description

The Site / Quarry Manager oversees all aspects of aggregate production, including rip rap, custom blends for major projects, and standard materials for fixed plant customers. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Aggregate Operations Manager and site personnel, ensuring safe, efficient operations and consistent product quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

• Oversee and direct all aggregate operations, including quarry development, drill / blast, aggregate plant operations and mobile equipment maintenance and selection at assigned locations.
• Act as the responsible person for all site activities not specifically managed through other lines of business.
• Enforce company safety rules and conduct safety meetings, including toolbox talks; ensure facilities are operating in a safe manner.
• Identify and resolve regulatory, safety, personnel, and production problems, in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure that all operations are in full compliance with federal and state regulations, including MSHA, DEP, Town ordinance rules etc.
• Maintain strong customer & supplier relationships.
• Cost responsibility at assigned aggregate facilities. Strive to lower cost and increase productivity through efficiency and innovations.
• Conduct daily shift start-up meetings with plant and quarry personnel to discuss safety, quality and performance goals
• Review and maintain accurate cost and production forecasts.
• Conduct annual evaluations of direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and work rules; discipline when necessary and document all employee performance issues.
• Assist with all PJK and Oldcastle Materials Group training initiatives
• Ensure that the workplace is kept in a neat, clean, tidy and safe condition. This includes the crusher, office, storage areas, and yard.
• Work with other PJK personnel (equipment, admin., delivery, construction, & sales staff) to maximize PJK profits and minimize conflicts.
• Maintain proper job records such as schedules, personal diary, etc.

Other Requirements

Supervisory Responsibility

Education and / or Experience

Personal Protective Equipment

Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas. Protective equipment required for this position :

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents, reports and company manuals. Ability to write detailed correspondence, effectively present information and be able to respond to questions from management, staff, customers and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute, rate, ratio, and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs and knowledge of trigonometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to recognize problems and put forth reasonable solutions by establishing the facts. Ability to interpret data from reports, project specification or project plans.

Computer Ability

Must demonstrate the ability to use a computer to communicate and analyze data. This includes the use of Outlook, Excel, Word and Scheduling software (Microsoft Project / Primavera, etc.).

What CRH Offers You

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE / Vet / Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.