Frontline Operations Supervisor – Process & Safety

MP Materials Corp.; California; On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

MP Materials Corp. in Mountain Pass, CA is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead daily mineral processing and chemical production activities, champion safety, and drive reliable, high-quality results.

You will manage field and control room operations, set clear expectations, coach team members, analyze production data, and ensure compliance with safety and HR policies. This role requires 3+ years in chemical, mining, or heavy industrial operations, experience with SCADA/PLC systems, and the

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in chemical, mining, or heavy industrial operations.
• Knowledge of processing systems, equipment, and safety-critical operations.
• Comfortable with fieldwork and process oversight—from control rooms to pump pads.
• Familiar with safety, environmental, and HR policy compliance.
• Valid driver's license and clean record to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations in mineral processing and chemical production.
• Frontline leadership in the field with your team.
• Ensure execution of daily plans is safe, efficient, and aligned with production goals.
• Drive a strong, team-first culture grounded in accountability and communication.
• Train team members to develop technical and leadership skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate up and down the chain.

Skills

Leadership

SCADA/PLC familiarity

Mechanical systems knowledge

Safety-focused

Office software

Tools

SCADA

PLC/HMI

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

MP Materials Corp. in Mountain Pass, CA is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead daily mineral processing and chemical production activities, champion safety, and drive reliable, high-quality results.

You will manage field and control room operations, set clear expectations, coach team members, analyze production data, and ensure compliance with safety and HR policies. This role requires 3+ years in chemical, mining, or heavy industrial operations, experience with SCADA/PLC systems, and the