Senior Quarry and Mining Operations Leader

Omya; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Omya is seeking an experienced Quarry Operations Manager in California to lead day-to-day activities and ensure reliable, sustainable production with minimal maintenance issues.

The role requires 7–10 years in quarry operations, a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering, and proven ability to coordinate across departments while complying with Federal and California regulations. Travel within the region may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 to 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 (for example changes to procedures, workflow, or equipment) 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 in line with the business plan, and ensure to complete projects in accordance to schedules, budget and quality (with support from the Engineering Team).
• Liaise with functional or operational area managers (for example in supply and logistics, or sales) to understand their current and future product needs and develop plans, cost estimates, and schedules for integrating these needs into existing manufacturing activities.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering

Job description

Omya is seeking an experienced Quarry Operations Manager in California to lead day-to-day activities and ensure reliable, sustainable production with minimal maintenance issues.

The role requires 7–10 years in quarry operations, a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering, and proven ability to coordinate across departments while complying with Federal and California regulations. Travel within the region may be required.