Plant Leader

MLC; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Health Savings & Wellness Benefits

Disability & EAP Coverage

Incentive Program

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Job summary

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO, operates the Weirton lime facility and seeks a Plant Leader to drive safe, efficient, and profitable operations across manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering.

The role requires proven leadership in process manufacturing, focus on reliability and KPI improvement, and strong cross-functional collaboration. A Bachelor's degree in engineering is preferred, with 5+ years of supervisory experience. This is an on-site, full-time opportunity in Weirton, WV.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily plant operations focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve reliability, process stability, and performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for production, maintenance, and process teams.
• Oversee capital projects from justification to implementation and completion.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to achieve operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, and environmental safety requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces & received an EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for our continued commitment to sustainability.

• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world…and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!

Benefits & Professional Growth

MLC offers a competitive and thoughtfully designed rewards package that supports both financial security and long-term career development:

• 401(k) Plan
  The company matches a portion of employee 401(k) contributions and also provides an additional employer-funded contribution, regardless of employee participation, to help support long‑term retirement savings.
• Tuition Reimbursement
  Reimbursement for 100% of approved eligible education expenses after six months of employment to support continued learning and career advancement.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
  Employees receive paid vacation as well as recognized company-paid holidays to support work-life balance throughout the year.
• Health Savings & Wellness Benefits
  Employer HSA contributions for medical plan participants, a comprehensive wellness program, and $100 annually toward a gym membership.
• Disability & Employee Assistance Coverage
  Company‑provided disability insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health, financial, and personal support resources.
• Incentive Program
  Eligibility for performance-based incentive opportunities aligned with individual and organizational success.
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities
  Access to professional development resources and opportunities within a growing, global organization.

About the Job

The Plant Leader is responsible for driving safe, efficient, and profitable operations at the Weirton facility by leading plant personnel, developing technical capabilities, and delivering continuous improvement across manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering functions.

• Lead daily plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and execute strategies that improve reliability, process stability, and operational performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for production, maintenance, and process teams.
• Oversee capital projects from justification and planning through implementation and successful completion.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational goals are achieved.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, environmental regulations, MSHA, OSHA, and safety requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshooting efforts, and operational excellence programs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align maintenance, engineering, production, logistics, and business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience leading teams and managing operational performance in a plant setting.
• Demonstrated ability to drive safety, quality, and productivity initiatives.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or process production environment strongly preferred.
• Experience in process manufacturing and bulk material handling operations.
• Knowledge of capital project management, equipment reliability, and process improvement methodologies.
• Experience developing SOPs, KPIs, budgets, and operational standards.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence organizational performance.
• Strong troubleshooting, project execution, and continuous improvement skills.
• Commitment to teamwork, employee development, and building high-performing teams.

The Fine Print

Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service. The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business. For more information, visit https://www.mlc.com/ .