Quarry & Plant Operations Leader

Specialty Granules; Annapolis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Granules is seeking a Quarry Manager to ensure safe and efficient mining operations, including initial crushing stages, in compliance with permits. The role requires proactive leadership of direct reports and hourly personnel, with a focus on building a highly competent, collaborative team.

You will coordinate with engineers, geologists, surveyors, and contractors, develop short- and long-term strategies, and drive data-driven improvements across production phases to guarantee a steady

Qualifications

• Experience leading mining or processing operations.
• Strong safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Proven ability to develop short and long-term production strategies.
• Experience budget planning and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mine extraction, processing, and distribution with safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, surveyors, and contractors on projects.
• Develop short- and long-term strategies to optimize reserves and operations.
• Collect data to train operators and improve performance with best practices.
• Prepare reports and maintain data and records as required.
• Manage crushing and screening plant operations and training.
• Direct staff and equipment to optimize performance and meet KPIs.
• Foster growth of production personnel and address disciplinary matters.
• Budget development, capital requests, and spend management.

Skills

Safety Leadership

Operations Management

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Budgeting

Cross-functional Collaboration

Job description

Specialty Granules is seeking a Quarry Manager to ensure safe and efficient mining operations, including initial crushing stages, in compliance with permits. The role requires proactive leadership of direct reports and hourly personnel, with a focus on building a highly competent, collaborative team.

You will coordinate with engineers, geologists, surveyors, and contractors, develop short- and long-term strategies, and drive data-driven improvements across production phases to guarantee a steady