Area Operations Manager

Allied Reliability; Butler (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kiln experience preferred

Job summary

Allied Reliability is seeking an Area Operations Manager for Mining Operations in Kentucky. Kiln experience is necessary. The role directs regional operational activities, guiding teams to manage costs, maximize growth, and ensure profitability while upholding company values.

The position requires strong leadership, mentoring, and a focus on continuous improvement across operations to drive ROI and sustainable performance.

Qualifications

• Related Bachelor Degree, MBA or Masters Degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years experience in mining or heavy engineering industries.
• Minimum 10 years of managerial experience.
• Ability to lead a $50MM+ business unit.
• Proven track record in operational excellence and continuous manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate regional operations in line with values, goals and policies.
• Drive a high-performing team culture to empower support functions and achieve regional goals.
• Execute long-range programs to ensure growth and profitability with sustainability.
• Develop initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
• Provide direction, structure, mentoring, and succession planning.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational management

Team mentoring

Continuous improvement

Budget & ROI

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or Master's degree

Job description

Allied Reliability is seeking an Area Operations Manager for Mining Operations.

Kiln experience necessary

The Area Operations Manager provides overall direction and guidance to the operational activities of the regional organization with the objective of managing and controlling costs maximizing growth and profitability in a sustainable manner. Position will provide day-to-day Situational Leadership for the success of team members using company guiding principles & values.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manages regional operations by directing and coordinating activities consistent with established values, goals, objectives, and policies
• Drive a team culture that enhances the experience and empowers the support functions in order to achieve the region wide goals success
• Able to execute and contribute to a long range vision for the region by implementing agreed programs to ensure attainment of business plan for growth and profit with emphasis on long term principals, sustainability, and a creative work environment
• Develop and create initiatives aligned with organizational goals
• Provides direction and structure for operating units through celebrating successes, rewarding positive behavior, motivation, and accountability
• Drive systematic approach in all facets of operations with a focus on continuous improvement in order to generate higher ROI and workflow optimization
• Provide mentoring, growth opportunities and guidance to subordinates and other employees with an emphasis on Succession Planning and personal career growth throughout all levels of the organization
• Collaborate across regions to spread Best Practices and experiences through a focus on Continuous Improvement and knowledge management

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Related Bachelor Degree, MBA or Masters Degree is preferred
• Minimum 10 experience progressive experience in mining or heavy engineering industry
• Minimum of 10 years managerial experience with increasing responsibility
• Must demonstrate the ability to effectively lead a $50MM + business unit
• Proven in leading operational excellence through application of behavior based management
• Prior experience demonstrating effective management skills, knowledge of continuous manufacturing sector
• Demonstrable team work and maturity with a strong work ethic