SUMMARY:Direct production, shipping, and maintenance to safely execute plans and meet production goals cost-effectively with high quality.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Direct safe mining, processing, and shipping while maintaining inspection and production records for all plant operations.
- Apply continuous improvement methods to enhance quality, eliminate waste, reduce costs, and boost productivity.
- Coordinate team activities to achieve target output rates aligned with production and quality requirements.
- Recommend updates to standards, workflows, equipment, and processes to drive performance and profitability.
- Assist the Plant Manager with operations reports, weekly IFS uploads, and monthly MoM variance commentary.
- Partner with the Plant Manager to prepare for and lead the Annual Operational Excellence Meeting and review calls.
- Initiate programs to maintain compliance or establish improved operational standards.
- Advise the Plant Manager on operational issues including staffing, equipment, quality, safety, and materials.
- Resolve customer complaints fairly, maintain complaint logs, and support open cross-departmental communication.
- Maintain positive employee relations and oversee hourly hiring processes.
- Ensure full compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations and permit conditions.
- Review production and maintenance records for accuracy and address operational issues promptly.
- Assume Plant Manager duties during their absence.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:- Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical major strongly preferred.
- 5+ years of heavy industry experience required, with mining or mineral processing experience strongly preferred.
- 2+ years of front-line supervisory experience required.
- Proven track record of leading and developing teams to drive results.
- Strong negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
