Site Operations Manager

Specialized Career Search; Dundas (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays and vacation time

Comprehensive benefits plan

Defined Contribution Pension with company matching

Tuition benefits including professional certifications

Company paid time off for volunteering

Job summary

A leading operations management firm is seeking a Site Operations Manager in Dundas, Minnesota. This role involves providing direction for operational activities, ensuring safety and compliance, and enhancing organizational performance. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of experience in mining or heavy engineering, alongside strong leadership and problem-resolution skills. Competitive benefits and a commitment to a safety-first culture are integral to the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in mining or heavy engineering industry.
• 10+ years of managerial experience with increasing responsibility.
• Demonstrable success in cultural 'turn around' is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and sustain a zero injury culture.
• Provide leadership to ensure all safety rules are observed.
• Monitor environmental compliance and ensure housekeeping standards.
• Drive site performance through effective management.
• Manage overtime requirements to meet production needs.

Skills

Strong organization and prioritization skills

Detail-oriented

Problem resolution abilities

Outstanding judgment

Fluency in spoken and written English

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Mining, Business or related field

Job description

General Position Description:

The Site Operations Manager provides overall direction and guidance to the operational activities of the site with the objective of managing and controlling costs maximizing growth and profitability in a sustainable manner with a strong teaming relationship with the Area Operations Manager. Position will provide day-to-day Situational Leadership for the success of team members using the Company guiding principles & values.

Responsibilities:

• Create and sustain a zero injury culture and monitor effectiveness of initiative
• Provide leadership to ensure all company safety rules and regulations in accordance with Mine Safety & Health Administration are observed by employees. This includes planning the necessary resources in manpower and budgeting to accomplish site safety goals and administer safety initiatives
• Monitor environmental compliance and ensure housekeeping standards are met
• Interface with regulatory agencies as required
• Maintains community relations
• Develop and execute site plans for the implementation of company initiatives
• Ensure quality of product during process and adjust production plans to meet customer requirements
• Understand and follow the collective agreement
• Implementation of training plans to provide employees with the necessary training to perform their job safely and effectively
• Drive site performance through effective use of the System for Management, including continuous improvement and non-conformance resolution
• Monitor and maintain the Industrial plan including prioritization and monitoring of Capital project work
• Routinely monitor key performance indicators identifying opportunities for improvement and making appropriate supervisory and management personnel aware of the findings
• Manage overtime requirements to meet sales, production and maintenance requirements
• Ensure the execution of the daily production plan. Explains significant variances from the plan and provides leadership for improvements within the operations groups
• Monitor workload to evaluate the staffing levels
• Monitor costs and implement cost reduction projects which are consistent with budgets and business plans, quality requirements, and available resources
• Contribute to the formulation of business plans and budgets, and the achievement of approved goals and objectives
• Support development of personal and professional direct reports

Basic Requirements:

• Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Mining, Business or related field
• Minimum 10+ experience progressive experience in mining or heavy engineering industry
• Minimum of 10+ years managerial experience with increasing responsibility
• Outstanding judgment and mature business skills, with the ability to establish a strong rapport with senior management
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, strong organization and prioritization skills; detail & process oriented with strong problem resolution abilities
• Understanding of basic workings of plant equipment – mechanical/electrical exposure
• Demonstrable success in cultural 'turn around' a plus.
• Proven in leading operational excellence through applying behavior based management
• Fluency in spoken and written English

Benefits & Compensation:

• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• Defined Contribution Pension with company matching contribution
• Optional RRSP contribution available if desired
• Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition benefits including professional certifications
• Well rounded company wellness plan with incentives
• Company paid time off for volunteering