Quarry Superintendent/Plant Manager

Here at RiverStone Group, we have spent the last 125 years working to be the best at what we do.  Through our limestone aggregate products, we provide the foundation to connect people with their friends, families, and work.  Although most don’t realize it, our products are used to build the homes, roads, and bridges that people throughout the Midwest use every day of their lives!

We are a mid-size, family-owned company that strives to provide our employees with a great place to work while providing for their families.  While we strive to be the best, we do it with an attitude that is humble, accessible, and down-to-earth.  As one of the largest privately owned U.S. aggregate companies, we have a proven track record of stability, with know-how that has been passed down and built upon throughout the generations. 

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, paid Holidays and Vacation, 401k with Company match, a Company vehicle, and more! 

We are currently seeking candidates for a Quarry Superintendent position at our Vermilion facility, located in Oglesby, IL.

Major Quarry Superintendent (Plant Manager) responsibilities include:

• Follow and enforce Mine Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations, working in tandem with the company Safety Manager.
• Direct and supervise all production activities, from drilling and blasting, to quality control of the end products.
• Ensure all equipment at the plants is properly maintained and ready for operation at the start of each scheduled production shift.
• Audit existing maintenance plans and modify as required in an effort to strive for optimal efficiency of plant operations at all times.
• Work in coordination with the Area Production Manager and Area Sales Manager to determine required inventory and production demands.
• Ensure the competence and development of employees by initiating training, coaching, counseling, or discipline procedures on a continuous basis.
• Work in coordination with the Mine Development Department to execute efficient extraction of limestone per the engineered mine design plan.

The ideal Quarry Superintendent (Plant Manager) candidate will have:

• 5 years background experience in quarry operations and personnel management.
• Strong team-building and coaching skills.
• A commitment to integrity.
• Self-motivation with a strong ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• An attitude of continuous improvement.
• An ability to utilize an objective approach to problem solving.
• An ability to build staff support and exhibit negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills – listening, verbal, written (report writing), and presentation.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Tools.
• A valid driver's license with good driving record.

Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background checks required. RiverStone Group is an EO-Affirmative Action employer for all, including Women, Minorities, Veterans, and Individuals with disabilities.