Materials Operations Manager
KE&G Construction, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Materials Operations Manager to join our team in Sierra Vista, Arizona . This position plays a critical role in overseeing the daily operations of our aggregate plant and materials production. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, manage plant efficiency, and maintain the highest levels of quality and safety.
This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong background in materials testing and production who is passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence.
What You’ll Be Doing Operations Management & Quality Control
- Oversee daily operations of aggregate, asphalt, aggregate, and concrete production facilities
- Ensure compliance with QA/QC specifications for materials, testing, and production.
- Maintain accurate documentation of testing and production per ADOT, AASHTO, and ASTM standards
- Monitor and optimize production efficiency, quality control, and plant safety
- Supervise, train, and mentor plant and QA/QC personnel
- Promote a positive and safety-focused work culture
- Coordinate production schedules and priorities with internal project teams
- Ensure adherence to all MSHA, OSHA, and environmental regulations
- Support and implement process improvements to maximize plant performance and cost efficiency
- Collaborate with management to develop and maintain material production goals and quality benchmarks
- Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience with asphalt, aggregate, concrete, and soils
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Materials Project Manager
- Current or previous certification with ATTI (Arizona Technical Testing Institute) and ACI (American Concrete Institute)
- Experience with ADOT, AASHTO, and ASTM standards
- Experience in the production of asphalt, aggregates, and concrete is a plus
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Work performed in both office and field environments, including exposure to dust, machinery, noise, and varied weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs and navigate active plant or job site areas
- Regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, and operate computers or testing equipment
At KE&G, we believe in building more than just projects we build people. As a 100% employee-owned company, we invest in the growth and success of our team members.
Benefits:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become a KE&G Employee-Owner!
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (with company contributions)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
- Employee-Specific Development Plans
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- Company Events & Recognition Programs
- Relocation Assistance Available
Are you ready to bring your expertise in materials operations and quality management to a team that values ownership, leadership, and innovation? Apply today to join KE&G and be part of Constructing Our Legacy! Equal Opportunity Employer
KE&G Construction, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recommended Jobs
Catering Services Worker - ASU-Catering
Job Description The Catering Services Worker supports the event operations team in running successful catering orders and events within the location. The Catering Services Worker supports and carr…
Pilates Instructor
Job Description Job Description NOW HIRING: Pilates Instructor for Bear Canyon FULL-TIME & PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE: $40.00-65.00 PER CLASS OR MORE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. NEGOTIABLE FO…
VP of Operations - Arizona
VP, Operations Are you a strategic thinker who is skilled at disciplined execution and scaling processes to set your team up for success during periods of rapid growth? Are you a servant leader w…
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Scope of Position: The Housekeeping attendant will be responsible for providing a variety of functions in the housekeeping department while providing the highest quality of service to guests in an a…
Sales Advisor - Dyson Home
Job Description Job Description Show Customers the Future of Clean with Dyson Innovation! Kickstart your journey with ActionLink as a Part-Time Sales Advisor and become a Dyson Expert at Best B…
Sales/ Auto Service Advisor
Job Description Job Description Iconic Tire is now Hiring Automotive Service Advisors! We are now seeking experienced candidates for Automotive Store Service Advisers in the Mesa, Maricopa, Gil…
Fraud Client Services Representative
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our …
Director of Cath Lab Services
THE HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE Where Talent Meets Opportunity Director of Cath Lab Services Southwestern Region Great leadership doesn’t just manage - it elevates teams, drives innovatio…
Phoenix - Cook & Prep-Cook
Party Staff is Hiring Cooks & Prep Cooks! Join our energetic team and create delicious food for exciting events! We offer full-time & part-time positions with flexible schedules and constant v…
Special Education Teacher (License Support Provided) 1765
Job Description Job Description University Instructors, LLC is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds to lead, change, and inspire students in the Kyrene area. In this role you will ser…