VP of Operations - Kansas City, MO
Oldcastle

Job Info

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Job ID: 394662

Oldcastle APG, a CRH company, is a leading global supplier of building and landscaping products. Its product portfolio includes hardscapes and masonry, packaged cement mixes, lawn and garden materials, and composite decking sold through a variety of channels for residential and commercial use. Oldcastle APG is the leading producer of hardscapes in North America and Europe and the innovator behind many of the industry's well-known brands: Belgard hardscapes, Echelon masonry, Sakrete bagged dry mixes, and MoistureShield composite decking. With over 260 operating locations and approximately 8,500 employees, Oldcastle APG operates across 7 countries in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Job Summary

The Regional Operations Manager will oversee multiple Ash Grove facilities. This position is responsible for strategic planning and daily operations related to employee safety, product quality, production efficiency, preventative maintenance, capital improvement and regulatory compliance.

• Build and develop leadership teams using a supportive and collaborative approach; championing employee development to drive continuous improvement at all levels.
• Provide guidance to maintain and improve plant efficiencies.

• Develop and maintain methods and procedures to help reduce manufacturing costs and costs of related services within plants and assigned region.
• Research and implement manufacturing best practices, through study of industry and sister companies.
• Break down annual/monthly goals into meaningful plant metrics; communicate goals and results to direct reports.
• Oversight of logistics, to include negotiating freight rates
• Work closely with leadership team to contribute to the overall success of the company
• Manage multiple site operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Engineering or related field and 5+ years' experience in Operations Management or a combination of education and experience to meet requirements
• Prior experience managing multi-site operations
• Strong background in maintenance with an understanding of processes and equipment
• Prior related industry experience is preferred but not required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel between facilities

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

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 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!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.

Date Posted: May 11, 2022

Nearest Major Market: Kansas City
Job Segment: Operations Manager, Business Manager, Engineer, Executive, VP, Operations, Management, Engineering

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