The Yard Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient and safe operation of the precast yard, with a focus on managing staff, equipment, and workflow. This includes supervising the handling and storage of precast products, as well as the operation of gantry cranes and other material-handling equipment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily yard activities, ensuring smooth handling, storage and movement of precast products
• Prepare concrete panels for shipping and loading onto semi-trailers.
• Manage and supervise yard personnel, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and safety.
• Provide leadership and resolve operational challenges efficiently.
• Utilizing two-way headset and hand signals to efficiently communicate with crane operators.
• Coordinate with production and logistics to meet operational priorities and delivery schedules.
• Safely assist crane operators in loading panels onto trailers for shipping.
• Follow shipping schedule and ensure correct panels are loaded.
• Maintain and follow proper safety procedures for safe rigging of panels and operation of cranes.

Education & Experience:

Minimum of 5 years experience in precast or similar industry is preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions.
• Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change.
• Reliable and dedicated work ethic.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently and with a variety of personalities.

Physical Demands:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds at a time, climb ladders, and stand between eight and twelve hours per day.
• Will be required to work outside and in various weather conditions.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Overtime available
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)
• Simple IRA Retirement plan with match
• PPE provided
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement

Qualified candidates contact:

jhaag@apcprecast.com

Alaska Precast Solutions, part of the Remote Alaska Solutions family of operations, is leading a transformation in Alaskan construction with the launch of its cutting-edge Precast Hollowcore Plank Manufacturing Plant in Nikiski. We’re seeking a Prestressed Precast Concrete Plant / Production Manager to join the team early during the plant’s design and construction phase, transitioning into full responsibility for production operations at the plant. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the plant’s processes and production strategies from the ground up, ensuring efficient, high-quality operations.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee the design, construction, and operational setup of a state-of-the-art precast concrete manufacturing facility.
• Develop and implement efficient production workflows and procedures to meet project timelines and quality standards.
• Lead all aspects of production operations, including scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with PCI and ACI standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Monitor production metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with quality control and batching teams to ensure product consistency and adherence to specifications.
• Train, mentor, and manage production staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
• Maintain and improve plant equipment, working with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with the leadership team to align production goals with business objectives.
• Conduct regular audits of plant operations to ensure optimal performance, safety, and efficiency.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors Degree (preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years in production management within the precast or prestressed concrete industry (preferred).
• Proven leadership experience managing production teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with production scheduling, workflow optimization, and equipment maintenance planning.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of prestressed concrete production processes, including mix design, casting, and curing.
• Familiarity with Elematic equipment and hollowcore production systems (preferred).
• Experience with quality control standards and compliance with PCI or similar certifications.
• Proficiency with production management software and basic computer applications.
• Ability to calculate material needs, production metrics, and cost analyses.
• Strong problem-solving skills for addressing production issues and improving efficiency.
• Willingness to be hands-on during plant operations and startup.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and manufacturing best practices.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and physical examination.
• Experience starting up and commissioning a new manufacturing facility (preferred).

Licenses & Certifications:

• PCI certification (preferred)

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in an industrial environment, including standing, walking, and climbing as needed.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick or personal days
• Medical insurance package
• Dental insurance package
• Vision insurance package
• Profit sharing
• Stock options with vesting period

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https://www.indeed.com/job/precast-concrete-plant-production-manager-3e104e8ad37a9419

Architectural Precast Innovations (API) has spent 60 years perfecting our processes and production to become a top precast producer and certified through PCI. We provide unmatched attention to details so that every customer feels like our only customer We follow the most stringent production and installation tolerances, ensuring superior quality and durability of our products. However, what truly sets us apart is what happens before and after the sale. We are currently searching for a critical member of our team, the Plant Manager.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Hands on leadership in establishing operations standards for safety, quality, on time delivery, cost control, process improvement and waste reduction.
• Identify potential operational risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, enhancing the organization’s resilience and adaptability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Drive and instill a culture of continuous improvement.
• Give direction to each department at the start of each shift. Ensure ALL department hold daily task meetings (10 Minutes) to review the days expected work, issues and changes from the previous day’s work, etc. – Keep all communications open.
• Foster a culture of clear accountability and high productivity.
• Build trusting relationships encouraging open dialogue and transparency.
• Enforces high performance standards, ensuring the team’s focus aligns with our mission.
• Be results and data driven and be able to effect change based on data.
• Promote a focus on our customers’ needs and anticipate and respond to changes.
• Ensure company policies and guidelines are followed to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
• Responsible for the performance of all manufacturing employees, this includes all departments of manufacturing.
• Responsible for coordination of manufacturing and logistics issues and challenges.
• Participates in yearly budget preparation with regards to “Manufacturing” expense workbooks periodically reviewing for budget compliance.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in management/business preferred
• Concrete experience with knowledge of mix designs and materials used.
• In depth experience with root cause analysis
• Understanding of Lean Principles
• Must have supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of precast processes as they relate form building, reinforcing, concrete finishing and handling.
• Knowledge of financial management of projects
• Proactive thinker

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick or personal days
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)
• 401k Retirement plan with match
• PPE provided
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement

Qualified candidates contact: sklotz@api-precast.com