Plant Manager

U.S. Silica Company; Montpelier (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the mining industry as a Plant Manager, overseeing operations and departmental management. This role requires expertise in industrial management and operations, coupled with a commitment to safety and quality in production. Ideal candidates have strong leadership skills and proven experience in budget management. The company supports career growth and offers competitive compensation.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management.
• Knowledge of mining and processing of industrial minerals preferred.
• Extensive knowledge in mining and mineral processing.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise department managers and hourly employees.
• Manage and oversee plant operating and capital expenditure budgets.
• Drive implementation of operational excellence initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Industrial Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Certified Virginia miner certification

Job description

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U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 125-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics, and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets.

U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer, and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.

The primary duties of the Plant Manager will include required direct contact with department managers/supervisors and plant operating personnel, oversight of operating policies and procedures, review and development of plant annual capital and operating budgets, and coordination and communication with other internal departments at various levels.

Essential Job Functions:

• Directly supervise department managers and hourly employees for the operation
• Effectively and economically meet safe production, product quality, and operating requirements according to company policies and procedures in a sustainable manner
• Oversee the preparation and review of and compliance with the annual plant operating and capital expenditure budgets
• Manage to completion some capital improvement projects
• Assist in the development of short and long-range goals and objectives for the operation
• Drive the implementation of operational excellence initiatives that will lead to world class results
• Additional duties as assigned

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skill & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Administration, or a related field; or a combination of education and relevant work experience. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in management
• Knowledge of mining and processing of industrial minerals preferred
• Currently holds - Certified Virginia miner certification or the ability to pass the certification within 6 months
• Basic knowledge of the function of mineral processing equipment preferred
• Lean and Maintenance Excellence experience preferred
• Must be knowledgeable of industrial management, mining, or processing methods and procedures
• Must be skilled in addressing personnel issues (such as identifying training needs, performance measurement, motivation, and skills development), able to identify skillset requirements at plant operational levels, and organize Human Resources to obtain optimum efficiency and results
• Must be able to develop and sustain an atmosphere of cooperation between salaried and hourly employees, customers, and community leaders while maintaining the objectives of the operation
• Ability to identify root causes of industrial and organizational problems and then utilize recognized problem-solving skills to solve and implement effective solutions
• Must have the creative ability to recognize and solve complex operational problems and develop innovative solutions to the operation’s needs
• Extensive knowledge in mining and mineral processing, including grinding and packaging
• Skilled in advanced (Lean) manufacturing techniques
• Strong organizational and human relations skills to effectively interact with internal and external parties
• Must be an effective communicator – both verbal and written
• Knowledge of accounting systems and financial management analysis is important

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability or veteran status. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace. The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature and level of work as of the preparation date. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position. This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Production, and Product Management

• Industries

  Mining

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

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