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Croell Inc. Redi-Mix Plant Manager in Northwood, Iowa

Founded in 1968 in a small town in Northeast Iowa, Croell, Inc. has quickly expanded into an industry leader across central North America. As a top concrete and aggregate multi-state supplier with more than 150 locations in the USA, we’re dedicated to providing top-notch products and customer service. But our business doesn’t stop there! We’re also a leading concrete and asphalt paving contractor, dedicated to completing jobs efficiently and effectively. While we plan to continue to grow and expand, we maintain the family-owned core, small-town values, and strong work ethic that built the foundation of our success. Croell, Inc. offers excellent employment packages and training programs. Visit our website to learn more about our company and the career opportunities currently available at www.croell.com .

Job Type: Full-time with overtime

Experience: 1 year preferred (Will train)

Reports to: Regional Manager, supervisory responsibility

Wage: $65,000-$80,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits/Incentives:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program

  • Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

  • Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

  • Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Bereavement Pay

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • $1500 Sign-On Bonus

  • Annual Safety Incentive and Clothing Allowance

Job Summary:

A ready mix plant manager will play an important part in the daily duties of a ready mix plant. Experience short-haul delivery, be home every night, and be an integral part of exciting projects building roads, bridges, houses, commercial buildings, and everything in between. Experience diversity, hauling to different contractors and projects every day. Take ownership of your role by checking for concrete quality, maintaining courteous customer relations, and working with a team that feels like family.

For more information regarding this position, contact Ben at 641.330.9592.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Batch concrete using manual and computerized systems.

  • Troubleshoot problems in a dry batch concrete plant and with rear discharge

  • Process customer orders and determine

  • Schedule available trucks to meet the

  • Communicate professionally with customers and attract future business.

  • Have a basic knowledge of concrete finishing problems and their

  • Train, motivate, and give direction and discipline to employees under their supervision

  • Order and coordinate deliveries from our suppliers as well as internal

  • Promote a safe work environment while facilitating weekly management and safety

  • Balance profitability with business

  • Maintain and account for all equipment that is assigned to their

  • Address employee grievances and issue discipline as

  • Responsible for office administrative duties including, but not limited to payroll, invoice approvals, ticketing, and managing

  • Safely operate ready mix truck by complying with DOT regulations to deliver concrete to customers, using the most efficient route as directed by the Dispatcher.

  • Complete pre and post-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure that all DOT standards are met, such as air brakes, oil, water, tire inflation, proper lighting, permits, safety kit, logbook updated, etc. Record and ensure the supervisor is aware of any maintenance issues that would inhibit work production or create safety concerns.

  • Complete wash down at job site according to location the customer directs. Complete drum rinse upon returning to plant and perform required drum chipping.

  • Maintain vehicles, plant, and shop to promote a clean, organized, and safe workplace including performing regular maintenance on ready mix trucks and other equipment.

  • Team player mentality and eagerness to cross-train on topics such as dispatching, batching, mechanics, etc.

  • Willingness to perform duties outside the normal scope of work as this job description is non-exhaustive.

Position Requirements:

  • Consent to authorization of a pre-employment work screen, Motor Vehicle Record request, and drug test.

  • Class A or B CDL and current Medical DOT card.

  • Personal protective equipment is required.

  • ACI certification and working knowledge of various ACI

  • Follow directions from

  • Self-motivated and can solve problems as they

  • Possess excellent communication skills and understand instructions in both written and verbal forms.

  • Dependability and reliability by showing up to scheduled shifts on time and being prepared for work.

  • A positive attitude is critical to ensure productive working relationships with co-workers and management.

  • Continuous exposure to weather elements including heat, cold, noise, dusty conditions, and working outdoors.

  • Overnight travel is not standard but may be required.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to reach below/at/above shoulders

  • Pushing/Pulling/Twisting/Bending

  • Sitting/Standing/Balancing

  • Operate hand and foot controls

  • Simple/Firm grasping/Pinching

  • Ability to lift/lower/carry over 50 pounds

  • Squatting/Stooping/Crouching/Kneeling/Crawling

    Croell, Inc. is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

    Croell, Inc. is an E-Verify participating employer.

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