Quarry & Mining Operations Leader | Growth & Safety

Omya; Lucerne Valley (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya in California is seeking a Quarry Operations Manager to lead day-to-day quarry operations, optimize production, and manage capital expenditures with support from the Engineering Team.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering or similar, 7–10 years of quarry experience, collaboration across departments, and compliance with Federal and California regulations. Occasional travel within the region is expected. Salary ranges from $120,000 to $140,000 DOE with bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Minerals Engineering or similar.
• 7–10 years of experience in quarry operations.
• Experience in managing a quarry.
• Ability to work with all departments and managers in the mine operations.
• Familiar with Federal and the State of California regulations.

Responsibilities

• Improve the day-to-day operations at the quarry ensuring reliable and sustainable operations with minimal maintenance issues.
• Develop and implement quarry schedules and procedures and allocate labor and capital resources to maximize productivity.
• Ensure the efficient and cost effective operation of the quarry in order to meet the business demand by production of consistent quality products suitable for the market.
• Analyze production, maintenance, and malfunction records to identify problems and recommend solutions that will improve performance.
• Control quarry activities, material flow and inventory to achieve cost and quality targets and production schedules; manage local capital expenditure within the defined budget with support from the Engineering Team.
• Liaise with functional or operational area managers to understand current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities.
• Manage safety, environmental and quality standards; SEQ compliance; and site regulations for the quarry, including Omya employees and contractors.
• Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop a team of workers responsible for various production activities; fulfill some HR responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Minerals Engineering or similar

Job description

Omya in California is seeking a Quarry Operations Manager to lead day-to-day quarry operations, optimize production, and manage capital expenditures with support from the Engineering Team.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering or similar, 7–10 years of quarry experience, collaboration across departments, and compliance with Federal and California regulations. Occasional travel within the region is expected. Salary ranges from $120,000 to $140,000 DOE with bonus eligibility.