Manager in Training Program - Graduates 2026

Description

The Manager in Training (MIT) program is designed to prepare future leaders by providing immersive, cross-functional training across multiple departments at Holliday Rock. This role offers hands-on experience in key operational areas such as safety, mining, ready-mix concrete, dispatch, sales, fleet, procurement, quality control, and community relations. MIT will gain a broad understanding of the business and develop critical leadership, operational, and decision-making skills, positioning them for future management opportunities within the organization.

Essential Functions of the Position

Department Rotations

• Participate in structured rotations across various departments, including Safety, Mining, Ready-Mix Concrete, Dispatch, Sales, Fleet, Procurement, Community Relations, and Quality Control.
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of each department’s processes and how they interconnect within the business.

Operational & Technical Experience

• Conduct hands-on jobsite and laboratory testing as part of the Quality Control rotation.
• Assist in operational tasks related to mining equipment, plant operations, and production cycles.
• Support process improvements and cross-functional projects as needed.

Reporting & Feedback

• Write detailed reports and summaries to document observations, key learnings, and improvement opportunities throughout the training program.
• Present findings to managers and mentors at regular checkpoints.

Meeting & Events Participation

• Attend internal cross-departmental meetings to gain exposure to leadership discussions and strategic planning.
• Represent Holliday Rock at external events, jobsite visits, or community engagements as assigned.

Innovation & Collaboration

• Propose new ideas and solutions to improve department workflow, communication, or productivity.
• Act as a flexible support resource across various teams when needed.

Skills and Knowledge

• Effective note-taking skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated and proactive personality.
• Mechanically inclined with hands-on tool experience.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years bachelor’s degree.
• Proficient in computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel (20%); some overnight travel may be required.

Physical Demands

Benefits

• Medical Insurance, Dental HMO/PPO, Vision, Basic and Voluntary Life, Voluntary Accident, and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Company match.
• Paid Sick time.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacations.
• Direct Deposit.
• Paid weekly.

This job description does not imply that the listed duties are the only responsibilities of an employee in this position. Employees may be asked to perform additional tasks as needed to ensure adequate workload coverage. Furthermore, employees must follow any job-related instructions and complete any other duties assigned by their supervisor. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and may be changed by the employer as organizational needs and job requirements change.