Job Description
Job Summary
The Ready-Mix Plant Superintendent is responsible for the overall supervision of one or more ready-mix plants or departments. Main duties will include production oversight, operational improvements, and employee leadership with strong emphasis on safety and environmental compliance. This position works closely with other departments, i.e. Sales, Finance, Environmental, Safety and Human Resources.
Benefits
At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.
Compensation
Annual Salary $90,000 to $120,000.
Responsibilities
Oversee ready-mix plant operation activities
Supervise up to 20 employees
Comply with and enforces governmental rules and regulations, Union Contract, company policies and procedures
Coordinate, consult and maintain continuity of Plant operations with General Manager, Quality Control and Maintenance
Provide safety training and development of all personnel, including training, certifications, staffing and performance evaluations
Enforce all Safety and Environmental programs and policies
Environmental, OSHA, MSHA, Department of Transportation (DOT) and other regulatory compliance
Involvement with Capital Equipment budgeting
Oversee plant and equipment maintenance
Close collaboration with General Manager in areas of goal-setting, sales, customer service, and staff development
Direct, coach and develop employees and ensure company policy compliance
Annual budgeting for locations
Oversee truck shops at locations
Track productivity, produce reports and perform analytics as required
Education
BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Mining or Civil Engineering or equivalent field a plus
Any relevant operations management certifications, i.e. industry specific management training
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum 5-7 years’ experience running a ready-mix operation, including ancillary functions such yard production and product delivery
Experience with OSHA/MSHA regulations and requirements
Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and requirements
Experience managing groups of employees in one or more locations
Experience implementing training programs for drivers including driving technique, truck maintenance, product delivery, ticketing, payments and customer service
Personnel management experience, i.e. hiring and selection, performance reviews, wage issues, discipline, and legal compliance requirements a plus
Knowledge of office systems, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
Strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills aptitude
Strong oral and written communications skills aptitude
Customer service orientation
Preferred:
Experience in a vertically integrated construction materials organization preferred
Experience with SAP
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
March 1, 2026
Job Type:
Arts and Entertainment
Location:
Gig Harbor, Washington, United States
Company:
CalPortland
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