Knight's Companies

Plant Manager - Ready Mixed Concrete

Knight's Companies  •  $90k - $95k/yr  •  North Charleston, SC (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Plant Manager

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Plant Manager to oversee the daily functions of our wet batch plant. This leadership role is vital to ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality plant operations while fostering a safe and positive work environment. If you are a proactive leader with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and team development, we invite you to join our dynamic team.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Open and close the plant daily, ensuring all procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.
  • Manage day-to-day plant operations to maintain consistent, high-quality production standards.
  • Lead and oversee plant personnel, providing guidance, support, and supervision to ensure operational excellence.
  • Safely batch concrete and load trucks according to order specifications, maintaining high efficiency and quality standards.
  • Enter material tickets into the back-office system accurately and promptly.
  • Prepare daily operational packets, including batch tickets, material tickets, daily truck sheets, and other relevant documentation.
  • Uphold all safety, environmental, and operational policies without exception.
  • Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture that aligns with the company’s core values.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in plant operations, manufacturing, or a related field.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent understanding of safety and environmental regulations.
  • Ability to operate batching equipment and load trucks efficiently.
  • Proficiency in data entry and familiarity with back-office systems.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or supervisory training is a plus.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 4-6 years of related experience in concrete batching, plant operations, or a similar production environment.
  • Possess ACI Level I Certification or can obtain ACI Level I Certification within six months of employment.
  • Possess SCDOT Concrete Technician – Batching Certification or can obtain SCDOT Concrete Technician – Batching Certification within six months of employment.
  • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of concrete batching technology, equipment, methods, and safety.
  • Ability to work early mornings, nights, and weekends as needed.
  • Prior supervisory / management experience.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact with drivers and customers.
  • Superior organizational skills and ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and projects.
  • Eagerness to achieve and maintain a level of excellence in customer service.
  • Good aptitude for coordination, planning, and scheduling.
  • Ability to work productively with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work in high pressure situations under tight deadlines.

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to safely lift a minimum of 75 lbs.
  • Ability to climb, stoop, bend, squat, lift, stretch, push, pull, twist, kneel, stand, walk, sit, reach, and operate a computer keyboard.
  • Ability to safely climb up and down stairs and/or ladders.
  • Ability to work primarily outside, with exposure to the extremes of hot or cold weather.

Join our company and be part of a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment dedicated to your professional development.

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Knight's Companies

About Knight's Companies

The original company, Knight's Septic Tank, was founded in 1969 by President, Michael E. "Bud"​ Knight. Since then the company has grown to include Knight's Redi-Mix, Knight's Precast, Knight's Trucking, Knight's Pumping, Tekna Corporation and Sovereign Steel. Together, these seven divisions of the business are what makes Knight's Companies unique and successful. Each and every division provide top of the line quality products and services to our friends and family in the construction industry. We are located all across South Carolina and Georgia to serve our customers needs.

It is our goal at Knights Companies to be the benchmark in the construction industry. Our teams of professionals utilizes state of the art equipment and facilities to manufacture and deliver quality products and services. #knightscompanies #knightsredimix #knightsprecast #knightsseptic #knightstrucking #knightspumping

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Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Summerville, SC
Year Founded
1969
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