Senior Plant Operations Leader – Steel Mill

SMS Mill Services, LLC.; Burns Harbor (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and company‑s

Job summary

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a senior operations leader to oversee the Burns Harbor facility in Indiana. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to meet annual objectives, safety targets, and financial performance.

The ideal candidate will balance plant leadership with collaborative labor relations and continuous improvement initiatives. The position reports to the Regional Operations Director and emphasizes accountability, safety, employee engagement, and high

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in heavy industrial, steel, manufacturing, mining, logistics or related environments.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale operations with full P&L accountability.
• Experience leading unionized workforces and administering collective bargaining agreements.
• Proven ability to drive safety, operational performance, customer satisfaction, and financial results.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the Burns Harbor operation, ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer expectations.
• Champion a safety-first culture and maintain accountability for EH&S and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain full responsibility for the site's financial performance, including P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Develop and execute strategic and operational plans that drive business growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and long-term sustainability.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of salaried and unionized hourly employees, fostering accountability and high performance.
• Partner with mill leadership to identify opportunities to improve service delivery, productivity, and customer value.
• Drive operational performance through KPIs, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and financial objectives.
• Provide leadership in labor relations, including contract administration and workforce planning.
• Ensure effective utilization of personnel, equipment, and resources to maximize efficiency and profitability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and a culture of operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, legal regulations and CBAs.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Strategic planning

Change management

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Labor relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Operations Management/Industrial Management or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

SMS Mill Services, LLC is seeking a senior operations leader to oversee the Burns Harbor facility in Indiana. The role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to meet annual objectives, safety targets, and financial performance.

The ideal candidate will balance plant leadership with collaborative labor relations and continuous improvement initiatives. The position reports to the Regional Operations Director and emphasizes accountability, safety, employee engagement, and high