General Manager of Ready Mix
 Knife River Northwest | |
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
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 United States, Oregon, Portland | |
| 12222 Nw Marina Way (Show on map) | |
 Feb 05, 2026 | |
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Description
Job Summary: Knife River is a People-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today! We have an excellent career opportunity for a Ready-Mix General Manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - Direct operations, fleet, and maintenance of concrete production - Assure work conforms to federal and state standards, accepted principles of design and engineering - Manage capital improvement project budgets and ROIs - Direct and supervise ready mix operations and sales teams in North/West Oregon - Responsible for operating efficiencies and site profits - Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations & act courteous/ respectful of others - Troubleshoot and problem solve (material quality, equipment operations/repair, etc.) - Manage and assist in resolving employee problems - Ensure MSHA, OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance - Perform other duties as assigned - Engage in industry associations -Research and implement products and procedures to reduce carbon footprint -Research and implement new safety and efficiency protocols Minimum Qualifications: - Management experience - Past P&L responsibilities - Concrete production, Fleet Management, and maintenance experience - Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) - Work with difficult people under high stress situations - Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills - Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen - Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers Additional Information Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: How To Apply: To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at https://www.kniferiver.com/careers/ by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us! At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smoothly as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to this position: Air Force: Engineering Superintendent Army: Construction Engineering Technician Navy: Construction Planner and Estimator Specialist Ship Type Planning and Estimating Superintendent Marines: Combat Engineer Officer Basic Engineer, Construction, Facilities and Equipment Officer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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