Vice President of Manufacturing - Cement (Remote)

About the Role

We are seeking a Vice President of Manufacturing - Cement to join our team at Ash Grove Cement. This remote position offers an exciting opportunity to lead our manufacturing operations across North America. As a key member of our leadership team, you will drive manufacturing excellence and ensure our operations achieve world-class safety, production reliability, and product quality.

What You'll Do

• Promote and adhere to all plant safety guidelines, establishing a culture of safety and accountability.
• Provide strategic leadership for all cement plants in the region, aligning operational performance with corporate goals.
• Oversee production planning, inventory management, and coordination with Supply Chain and Commercial teams to meet customer demand.
• Partner with Finance to develop and manage annual budgets, capital plans, and long-range operational forecasts.
• Conduct ongoing operational reviews, including dashboards, audits, KPIs, and site visits, to ensure performance consistency.
• Drive operational reliability through proactive maintenance strategies and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Technical Services, Quality, HR, Environmental, and Commercial teams to support customer solutions.
• Maintain strong external relationships with industry associations, regulators, suppliers, and engineering partners.

Requirements

• Minimum of a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role in cement manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success in P&L oversight, budget management, capital planning, and operational transformation.
• Ability to coach high-performing teams and build succession pipelines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence organizational culture.

Nice to Have

• Experience leading multiple large-scale facilities across broad geographic regions.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Experience with technological advancements in manufacturing processes.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive base pay ranging from $265,500 to $373,200, eligible for yearly bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• 401k with a 5% company match and profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Opportunities for internal mobility and professional development.

Join us at Ash Grove Cement, where we prioritize our people and their growth. This Vice President of Manufacturing - Cement (remote) role is your chance to make a significant impact in a leading company within the construction materials industry.