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.
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