Quarry Manager

Location: in Green County, KY

Compensation: $95,000–$110,000 base salary plus potential bonus

Schedule: Primarily day shift, typically 6:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with occasional Saturdays and extended hours during peak season

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quarry Manager to oversee daily operations at a limestone quarry in Greensburg, Kentucky. This is a leadership opportunity for someone with a strong background in quarry or aggregate production who can drive safe, efficient operations while developing and leading a team.

The Quarry Manager will oversee two processing plants and active pits, managing a 15-person crew responsible for production, equipment, maintenance, and related site operations. This individual will play a key role in meeting production demands, maintaining MSHA compliance, coordinating resources, and ensuring the quarry operates safely and profitably.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on operational knowledge with strong leadership, communication, and delegation skills. Experienced quarry leaders ready to take the next step into management may also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily limestone quarry operations, including crushing, screening, conveying, washing, load out, stripping, and related production activities.
• Coordinate drilling and blasting activities with contractors.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with MSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of approximately 15 employees, including lead personnel, maintenance staff, operators, and laborers.
• Establish production goals, monitor performance, and implement improvements to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Support short- and long-term mine planning and identify operational needs.
• Assist with capital planning, equipment needs, and operating budgets.
• Monitor production costs, asset utilization, and profitability.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels and oversee employee and contractor training.
• Participate in MSHA inspections and site walkthroughs, addressing any identified concerns.
• Coordinate with sales, the scale house, and other internal teams to respond to changing customer demand.
• Troubleshoot daily operational challenges and ensure production objectives are met.
• Use production reports and operational data to support planning, communication, and decision-making.

Qualifications

• At least five years of quarry or aggregate production experience, preferably in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Strong understanding of quarry operations, production processes, and heavy equipment systems.
• Working knowledge of MSHA health and safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead crews, delegate responsibilities, and develop employees.
• Experience coordinating production, staffing, maintenance, and operational priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and email.
• Ability to support budgeting, production reporting, and operational planning.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $95,000–$110,000 DOE
• Bonus Potential: Discretionary bonus opportunity of up to 15%
• Paid Time Off: 15 days.
• Paid Holidays: 8 days.
• Medical Insurance: PPO medical plan.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k): 100% company match on contributions up to 4%, with eligibility beginning after 60 days.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Company Vehicle/Mileage Reimbursement: Available/negociable, depending on the role's needs and arrangements

Why Join This Team

This is an opportunity to take ownership of quarry operations and make a direct impact on production, safety, profitability, and team performance. You will have the authority to lead day-to-day operations, improve processes, and help a dedicated crew succeed as demand continues to grow.

You will join an established, privately held business with a long history in the industry and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and pride in workmanship. The team values accountability, follow-through, and treating people well.

For a quarry professional who enjoys developing employees, solving operational challenges, and taking responsibility for results, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference at the site level.