Materials Operations Director (NY Region)

<strong>Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family run business since 1924 and we believe our &ldquo;<a href="https://peckham.com/thepeckhamway/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">family by choice</a>&rdquo; ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers.</strong>

Brewster, NY

Peckham Materials Corp.

<h2><strong>Working Together to Solve Challenges as One Team</strong></h2> <h4><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0">For over 100 years, Peckham Industries has provided&nbsp;the North East with&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0">a wide range of construction products and services. Headquartered in Brewster, NY, Peckham&rsquo;s extensive network throughout New England includes </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">hot mix asphalt plants, stone quarries, bulk asphalt terminals, paving and construction services,</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">recycled pavement solutions</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0" lang="EN-US" xml:lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0" data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">liquid calcium chloride and emulsion terminals,&nbsp;precast concrete parking structures, and more</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW16784088 BCX0">. Relying on the forefront of family values for a century, the fourth generation of the Peckham family has built an organization that promises a safe and sustainable future that will allow it to grow and serve for the next 100 years.</span></span></strong></h4> https://peckham.com/

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Full Time

Overview: As&nbsp;a&nbsp;Materials&nbsp;Operations&nbsp;Director&nbsp;overseeing&nbsp;multiple&nbsp;Quarry&nbsp;and&nbsp;Asphalt&nbsp;Plants,&nbsp;you&nbsp;will&nbsp;lead&nbsp;and&nbsp;manage&nbsp;the&nbsp;operations&nbsp;of&nbsp;several&nbsp;sites&nbsp;within&nbsp;your&nbsp;region.&nbsp;Your&nbsp;responsibilities&nbsp;will&nbsp;include&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;efficient&nbsp;production,&nbsp;adherence&nbsp;to&nbsp;safety&nbsp;protocols,&nbsp;and&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;environmental&nbsp;stewardship&nbsp;across&nbsp;all&nbsp;locations.&nbsp;In&nbsp;this&nbsp;expanded&nbsp;role,&nbsp;you&nbsp;will&nbsp;supervise&nbsp;regional&nbsp;managers&nbsp;and&nbsp;plant&nbsp;managers,&nbsp;coordinate&nbsp;equipment&nbsp;maintenance&nbsp;schedules,&nbsp;and&nbsp;foster&nbsp;collaboration&nbsp;between&nbsp;different&nbsp;departments&nbsp;to&nbsp;meet&nbsp;regional&nbsp;production&nbsp;goals.&nbsp;You&nbsp;will&nbsp;also&nbsp;be&nbsp;accountable&nbsp;for&nbsp;regional&nbsp;budgetary&nbsp;management,&nbsp;controlling&nbsp;expenses,&nbsp;and&nbsp;achieving&nbsp;key&nbsp;performance&nbsp;indicators&nbsp;(KPIs)&nbsp;related&nbsp;to&nbsp;production&nbsp;output,&nbsp;safety&nbsp;standards,&nbsp;and&nbsp;financial&nbsp;objectives&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;region.&nbsp;Additionally,&nbsp;you&nbsp;will&nbsp;play&nbsp;a&nbsp;crucial&nbsp;role&nbsp;in&nbsp;strategic&nbsp;planning&nbsp;and&nbsp;continuous&nbsp;improvement&nbsp;initiatives&nbsp;to&nbsp;drive&nbsp;the&nbsp;overall&nbsp;success&nbsp;and&nbsp;growth&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;business&nbsp;within&nbsp;your&nbsp;region.
Responsibilities: <p>1.&nbsp;<strong>Safety:</strong>&nbsp;Uphold&nbsp;and&nbsp;reinforce&nbsp;a&nbsp;strong&nbsp;safety&nbsp;culture&nbsp;across&nbsp;all&nbsp;regional&nbsp;sites&nbsp;by&nbsp;engaging&nbsp;team&nbsp;members,&nbsp;prioritizing&nbsp;zero&nbsp;incidents,&nbsp;and&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;with&nbsp;company&nbsp;and&nbsp;federal&nbsp;safety&nbsp;policies&nbsp;and&nbsp;procedures.&nbsp;Proactively&nbsp;implement&nbsp;corrective&nbsp;actions&nbsp;and&nbsp;safety&nbsp;measures&nbsp;to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;a&nbsp;secure&nbsp;workplace&nbsp;throughout&nbsp;the&nbsp;region.</p> <p>2.&nbsp;<strong>Humility&nbsp;and&nbsp;Loyalty:&nbsp;</strong>Demonstrate&nbsp;leadership&nbsp;by&nbsp;promoting&nbsp;team&nbsp;mastery&nbsp;and&nbsp;humility&nbsp;across&nbsp;all&nbsp;sites.&nbsp;Provide&nbsp;the&nbsp;necessary&nbsp;leadership,&nbsp;resources,&nbsp;and&nbsp;processes&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;consistent,&nbsp;quality-driven&nbsp;operations&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;ongoing&nbsp;development&nbsp;of&nbsp;team&nbsp;members&nbsp;within&nbsp;the&nbsp;region</p> <p>3.&nbsp;<strong>Ownership&nbsp;and&nbsp;Caring:&nbsp;</strong>Take&nbsp;ownership&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;safe&nbsp;operation&nbsp;of&nbsp;multiple&nbsp;quarry&nbsp;and&nbsp;asphalt&nbsp;plants,&nbsp;ensuring&nbsp;the&nbsp;delivery&nbsp;of&nbsp;quality&nbsp;products&nbsp;that&nbsp;meet&nbsp;customer&nbsp;specifications&nbsp;and&nbsp;expectations.&nbsp;Collaborate&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;Technical&nbsp;Services&nbsp;department&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure&nbsp;regional&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;with&nbsp;operating&nbsp;permit&nbsp;conditions&nbsp;and&nbsp;environmental&nbsp;regulations,&nbsp;while&nbsp;aligning&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;strategic&nbsp;operating&nbsp;plan&nbsp;for&nbsp;mine&nbsp;site&nbsp;development&nbsp;across&nbsp;all&nbsp;locations</p> <p>4.&nbsp;<strong>Communication:&nbsp;</strong>Effectively&nbsp;communicate&nbsp;with&nbsp;customers&nbsp;and&nbsp;team&nbsp;members&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;region&nbsp;to&nbsp;enhance&nbsp;value&nbsp;through&nbsp;quality,&nbsp;service,&nbsp;production,&nbsp;and&nbsp;scheduling.&nbsp;Foster&nbsp;a&nbsp;collaborative&nbsp;environment&nbsp;where&nbsp;team&nbsp;members&nbsp;from&nbsp;different&nbsp;sites&nbsp;feel&nbsp;comfortable&nbsp;sharing&nbsp;ideas,&nbsp;best&nbsp;practices,&nbsp;and&nbsp;lessons&nbsp;learned.</p> <p>5.&nbsp;<strong>Mastery:&nbsp;</strong>Develop&nbsp;and&nbsp;implement&nbsp;personalized&nbsp;development&nbsp;plans&nbsp;for&nbsp;team&nbsp;members&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;region&nbsp;to&nbsp;enhance&nbsp;their&nbsp;skills&nbsp;and&nbsp;knowledge.&nbsp;Cultivate&nbsp;a&nbsp;culture&nbsp;of&nbsp;leadership&nbsp;within&nbsp;the&nbsp;regional&nbsp;team&nbsp;by&nbsp;empowering&nbsp;individuals&nbsp;to&nbsp;take&nbsp;ownership&nbsp;and&nbsp;initiative.&nbsp;Collaborate&nbsp;with&nbsp;team&nbsp;members&nbsp;to&nbsp;set&nbsp;clear&nbsp;and&nbsp;achievable&nbsp;goals&nbsp;aligned&nbsp;with&nbsp;regional&nbsp;and&nbsp;organizational&nbsp;objectives.</p> <p>6.&nbsp;<strong>Measurement:</strong>&nbsp;Plan&nbsp;and&nbsp;establish&nbsp;work&nbsp;schedules,&nbsp;assignments,&nbsp;and&nbsp;production&nbsp;sequences&nbsp;across&nbsp;all&nbsp;sites&nbsp;to&nbsp;achieve&nbsp;regional&nbsp;production&nbsp;and&nbsp;performance&nbsp;objectives.&nbsp;Work&nbsp;towards&nbsp;financial&nbsp;goals&nbsp;by&nbsp;developing&nbsp;regional&nbsp;annual&nbsp;budgets,&nbsp;managing&nbsp;inventory,&nbsp;and&nbsp;planning&nbsp;capital&nbsp;expenditures.</p> <p>7.&nbsp;<strong>Obligation:</strong>&nbsp;Identify&nbsp;and&nbsp;resolve&nbsp;regulatory,&nbsp;safety,&nbsp;personnel,&nbsp;and&nbsp;production&nbsp;issues&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;region&nbsp;promptly,&nbsp;either&nbsp;directly&nbsp;or&nbsp;by&nbsp;collaborating&nbsp;with&nbsp;cross-functional&nbsp;teams.&nbsp;Oversee&nbsp;payroll,&nbsp;budgeting,&nbsp;accounts&nbsp;payable,&nbsp;financial&nbsp;reporting,&nbsp;compliance,&nbsp;and&nbsp;financial&nbsp;analysis&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;regional&nbsp;level.&nbsp;Ensure&nbsp;accurate&nbsp;financial&nbsp;operations,&nbsp;regulatory&nbsp;compliance,&nbsp;and&nbsp;provide&nbsp;insights&nbsp;for&nbsp;strategic&nbsp;decision-making&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;region.</p> <p>8.&nbsp;<strong>Innovation:</strong>&nbsp;Implement&nbsp;preventative&nbsp;maintenance&nbsp;schedules&nbsp;across&nbsp;all&nbsp;sites&nbsp;to&nbsp;minimize&nbsp;downtime.&nbsp;Coordinate&nbsp;regional&nbsp;production&nbsp;scheduling,&nbsp;raw&nbsp;material&nbsp;procurement,&nbsp;and&nbsp;maintenance&nbsp;efforts&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;focus&nbsp;on&nbsp;preventive&nbsp;maintenance&nbsp;and&nbsp;continuous&nbsp;improvement.</p> <p>9.&nbsp;<strong>Respect&nbsp;and&nbsp;Engage:&nbsp;</strong>Serve&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;primary&nbsp;advocate&nbsp;for&nbsp;operations&nbsp;within&nbsp;the&nbsp;community&nbsp;across&nbsp;all&nbsp;sites,&nbsp;fostering&nbsp;respectful&nbsp;engagement&nbsp;with&nbsp;neighbors,&nbsp;local&nbsp;agencies,&nbsp;governmental&nbsp;bodies,&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;broader&nbsp;community&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;regional&nbsp;level.</p>
Requirements: <p><strong>Requirements,&nbsp;Education&nbsp;and&nbsp;Experience</strong></p> <p>1.&nbsp;Bachelor&rsquo;s&nbsp;degree&nbsp;in&nbsp;engineering,&nbsp;materials&nbsp;science,&nbsp;mining,&nbsp;or&nbsp;a&nbsp;related&nbsp;field.&nbsp;Equivalent&nbsp;operational&nbsp;leadership&nbsp;experience&nbsp;may&nbsp;be&nbsp;considered&nbsp;in&nbsp;lieu&nbsp;of&nbsp;formal&nbsp;education.</p> <p>2.&nbsp;Demonstrated&nbsp;commitment&nbsp;to&nbsp;safety&nbsp;leadership,&nbsp;environmental&nbsp;stewardship,&nbsp;and&nbsp;sustainable&nbsp;operating&nbsp;practices,&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;proven&nbsp;record&nbsp;of&nbsp;fostering&nbsp;a&nbsp;strong&nbsp;safety&nbsp;culture.</p> <p>3.&nbsp;Proven&nbsp;management&nbsp;experience&nbsp;managing&nbsp;multiple&nbsp;quarries,&nbsp;aggregate,&nbsp;asphalt&nbsp;production,&nbsp;and&nbsp;related&nbsp;operations&nbsp;with&nbsp;accountability&nbsp;for&nbsp;safety,&nbsp;operational&nbsp;performance,&nbsp;and&nbsp;margin&nbsp;contribution,&nbsp;and&nbsp;customer&nbsp;service.</p> <p>4.&nbsp;Demonstrated&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;develop&nbsp;and&nbsp;execute&nbsp;operational&nbsp;strategies&nbsp;that&nbsp;drive&nbsp;operational&nbsp;excellence,&nbsp;cost&nbsp;efficiency,&nbsp;and&nbsp;capacity&nbsp;optimization.</p> <p>5.&nbsp;Experience&nbsp;operating&nbsp;and&nbsp;leading&nbsp;aggregate&nbsp;production,&nbsp;quarry&nbsp;operations,&nbsp;hot&nbsp;mix&nbsp;asphalt&nbsp;production,&nbsp;materials&nbsp;management,&nbsp;and&nbsp;logistics.</p> <p>6.&nbsp;Excellent&nbsp;communication,&nbsp;influencing,&nbsp;and&nbsp;relationship-building&nbsp;skills,&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;effectively&nbsp;collaborate&nbsp;with&nbsp;customers,&nbsp;regulators,&nbsp;suppliers,&nbsp;community&nbsp;stakeholders,&nbsp;and&nbsp;members&nbsp;at&nbsp;all&nbsp;levels&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;organization.</p> <p>7.&nbsp;Led&nbsp;teams&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;track&nbsp;record&nbsp;of&nbsp;delivering&nbsp;on&nbsp;performance&nbsp;improvement&nbsp;initiatives&nbsp;and&nbsp;Capex&nbsp;projects.</p> <p>8.&nbsp;Well&nbsp;versed&nbsp;with&nbsp;industry&nbsp;regulations,&nbsp;environmental&nbsp;requirements,&nbsp;MSHA&nbsp;standards,&nbsp;permitting,&nbsp;and&nbsp;compliance&nbsp;programs&nbsp;affecting&nbsp;quarry&nbsp;and&nbsp;asphalt&nbsp;operations.</p> <p>9.&nbsp;Proficiency&nbsp;with&nbsp;business&nbsp;management,&nbsp;financial&nbsp;reporting,&nbsp;operational&nbsp;analytics,&nbsp;and&nbsp;production&nbsp;management&nbsp;systems.</p> <p>10.&nbsp;Valid&nbsp;driver's&nbsp;license&nbsp;and&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;travel&nbsp;regularly&nbsp;between&nbsp;quarry,&nbsp;asphalt&nbsp;plant,&nbsp;and&nbsp;operating&nbsp;locations.</p> <p>11.&nbsp;Legal&nbsp;authorization&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;United&nbsp;States.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Other&nbsp;Duties</strong></p> <p>Please&nbsp;note&nbsp;this&nbsp;job&nbsp;description&nbsp;is&nbsp;not&nbsp;designed&nbsp;to&nbsp;cover&nbsp;or&nbsp;contain&nbsp;a&nbsp;comprehensive&nbsp;listing&nbsp;of&nbsp;activities,&nbsp;duties&nbsp;or&nbsp;responsibilities&nbsp;that&nbsp;are&nbsp;required&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;employee&nbsp;for&nbsp;this&nbsp;job.&nbsp;Duties,&nbsp;responsibilities,&nbsp;and&nbsp;activities&nbsp;may&nbsp;change&nbsp;at&nbsp;any&nbsp;time&nbsp;with&nbsp;or&nbsp;without&nbsp;notice.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>The&nbsp;actual&nbsp;rate&nbsp;or&nbsp;salary&nbsp;offered&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;determined&nbsp;based&nbsp;on&nbsp;job-related&nbsp;factors,&nbsp;including&nbsp;relevant&nbsp;experience,&nbsp;education,&nbsp;qualifications,&nbsp;skills,&nbsp;and&nbsp;other&nbsp;legitimate&nbsp;business&nbsp;considerations,&nbsp;consistent&nbsp;with&nbsp;applicable&nbsp;law&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;Company&rsquo;s&nbsp;compensation&nbsp;practices.</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Travel</strong></p> <p>Position&nbsp;may&nbsp;require&nbsp;up&nbsp;to&nbsp;75%&nbsp;travel&nbsp;by&nbsp;personal&nbsp;vehicle&nbsp;to&nbsp;offices&nbsp;throughout&nbsp;the&nbsp;state&nbsp;of&nbsp;New&nbsp;York,&nbsp;and&nbsp;New&nbsp;England&nbsp;based&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;needs&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;business.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Work&nbsp;Environment/Physical&nbsp;Demands</strong></p> <p>Heavy&nbsp;work&nbsp;that&nbsp;includes&nbsp;moving&nbsp;objects&nbsp;up&nbsp;to&nbsp;50&nbsp;lb.&nbsp;or&nbsp;more.&nbsp;This&nbsp;position&nbsp;works&nbsp;on&nbsp;or&nbsp;near&nbsp;moving&nbsp;mechanical&nbsp;parts&nbsp;and&nbsp;loud&nbsp;equipment.&nbsp;Requires&nbsp;the&nbsp;ability&nbsp;to&nbsp;sit&nbsp;or&nbsp;stand&nbsp;for&nbsp;long&nbsp;periods&nbsp;of&nbsp;time&nbsp;as&nbsp;well&nbsp;as&nbsp;lifting,&nbsp;pulling,&nbsp;bending,&nbsp;kneeling,&nbsp;squatting,&nbsp;climbing,&nbsp;walking,&nbsp;reaching,&nbsp;driving,&nbsp;and&nbsp;repetitive&nbsp;motion.</p>