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Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products. Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Assistant Plant Manager Block Manufacturing

Location : Bonita Springs, FL

Company : Preferred Materials, Inc.

Are you ready to lead a team, shape production excellence, and make safety your signature? Join Preferred Materials as an Assistant Plant Manager and play a key role in driving performance, innovation, and team success in our block manufacturing facility.

What You'll Be Doing

In this hands-on leadership role, you'll support the Plant Manager in overseeing operations to deliver high-quality productson time and on budgetwhile cultivating a safe, collaborative work environment.

Operations & Team Leadership

Lead, coach, and support plant staff across all levels

Schedule and oversee block production based on sales and inventory needs

Champion a positive, inclusive, and safety-first culture

Supervise hiring, training, evaluations, and performance management

Quality & Efficiency

Maintain control of raw materials and resale inventory

Ensure production meets all quality standards and ASTM specifications

Troubleshoot and solve technical and operational challenges

Drive equipment maintenance and manage spare parts inventories

Safety & Compliance

Enforce all OSHA, environmental, and company safety guidelines

Perform routine safety inspections and maintenance procedures

Promote best practices in workplace health and safety

Reporting & Technical Expertise

Conduct moisture analysis and adjust mixes accordingly

Manage documentation, reports, and compliance systems

Read electrical blueprints and work with modules like Allen Bradley or IDEC

What You Bring

We're looking for a detail-oriented leader with production expertise and technical aptitude. Your ability to solve problems, communicate clearly, and drive operational excellence will help us build successblock by block.

Qualifications Include:

Extensive experience with Besser and Columbia block machinery

Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and fabrication

Strong troubleshooting, electrical, and maintenance skills

Familiarity with OSHA guidelines and mix design principles

Working knowledge of control circuits and production equipment

Why Preferred Materials?

Were more than concretewere about connection, pride, and progress. When you join us, youre joining a team dedicated to safety, development, and quality at every step.

We Offer:

Competitive pay and benefits

Flexibility to support work-life balance

Opportunities to grow within a respected industry leader

A supportive team that values your expertise and ideas

Other Requirements

Must pass pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen

Valid U.S. driver's license and legal work authorization required

Ability to work flexible hours, including nights/weekends

Commitment to regular and timely attendance

Ready to lead with confidence and build a stronger tomorrow? Apply now and become part of a team that puts safety, quality, and people first.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability. CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.