NRMCA will host its first 2014 Plant Manager Certification class in Oklahoma City, March 25-28. Even though the class is two months away, half the seats are already filled. The next class not until August (in metro Washington, DC), so don't delay.

The concrete plant manager's position is the heart of the operations' aspect of a ready mixed concrete production facility. Every plant has one. Duties differ only slightly from plant to plant. It is of utmost importance that a plant manager understands the essential aspects of Product Knowledge, Plant Safety, Environmental Regulations, Plant Operations and Business Principals. The certification exam is designed to recognize those who have the specific skill levels in these areas. This certification can be found in many job requirement specifications in Army Corps of Engineers’ projects as well as state and local DOTs.