Quarry Operations Engineer – Lead & Optimize Production

Omya Group; California; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya is seeking a Quarry Operations Manager in California with 7–10 years of experience in quarry operations and a degree in Mining Engineering or similar. You will lead day-to-day operations, develop schedules, manage safety and environmental compliance, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include optimizing production, controlling costs, and implementing improvements. Travel within the region may be required; familiarity with California regulations is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or similar discipline is required.
• 7–10 years of quarry operations experience required.
• Familiarity with Federal and California regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day quarry operations to ensure reliable, sustainable production with minimal downtime.
• Develop and implement quarry schedules and allocate resources to maximize productivity.
• Ensure cost-effective operation and meet quality targets for market-ready products.
• Analyze production and maintenance records to identify problems and implement improvements in procedures or equipment.

Skills

Oral & written communication

English proficiency

Bilingual capability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or related

Job description

Omya is seeking a Quarry Operations Manager in California with 7–10 years of experience in quarry operations and a degree in Mining Engineering or similar. You will lead day-to-day operations, develop schedules, manage safety and environmental compliance, and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include optimizing production, controlling costs, and implementing improvements. Travel within the region may be required; familiarity with California regulations is preferred.