Plant Manager

Position Summary

The Plant Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the plant and underground operations. They are responsible for ensuring the plant operates safely, efficiently, and economically, managing output, setting targets, and aligning with company objectives.

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Ensure the most safe, efficient, and economical operation of the plant
• Manage the plant in a manner consistent with the vision of Lhoist North America
• Manage the output of the plant to maximize reserves and utilize plant assets
• Establish targets and priorities for the plant to ensure consistent performance around all plant KPIs (mining, production, maintenance, quality, and cost)
• Execute the objectives at the plant consistent with Company and Corporate objectives; develop and implement a strategic plan to meet the objectives; and review objective results monthly and annually
• Champion plant and community communications
• Communicate effectively with all employees on all levels
• Clearly establish and communicate the vision for the plant
• Serve as a potential Company's representative or designate a representative from the plant to represent in all areas related to the business community, the industry, and the surrounding community
• Ensure consistent product and process quality
• Timely respond to customer demands
• Maintain overall plant performance for production and quality standards
• Ensure all products produced at the plant and shipped to customers meet quality and customer requirements
• Involve in developing and controlling profits, plans, and budgets
• Develop and control profits, plans, and budgets
• Prepare initial capital project requests consistent with the operating and maintenance needs of the plant
• Monitor manpower utilization at the plant and approve all requests for workforce increases
• Delegate authority to key team members in safety, finance, mining, production, maintenance, processing, quality control, production control, shipping, and other related operations and administrative functions
• Cookplant activities through planning with other members of the plant management team to ensure plant objectives are met in an effective and efficient manner
• Provide leadership and mentoring to accomplish plant goals and objectives
• Provide direction, development, encourage collaboration, and leadership to all plant staff members
• Provide a strong and positive style of leadership, ensuring high team morale and performance

Attributes

• Proven leadership, management, and supervisory experience
• Prior experience in cement, limestone, or other processes
• Prioritizing and managing multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate on all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint software
• Previous SAP knowledge is a plus

Physical Demands

• Physically able to perform work assigned
• Physically capable of accessing all plant locations
• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperatures, noise, and dust
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, working over water, and accessing tunnels
• Work in an office environment, mining, and mineral processing environment
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold, noise, vibration, oils, and atmospheric conditions such as dust, fumes, and metallic particles
• Perform actions such as standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds

Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining, Geology, Chemical, Mechanical, or other Engineering disciplines is highly desired or equivalent work experience in the field.

Required Experience

• Seven to ten years previous leadership experience in a fast-paced mining and/or heavy manufacturing, construction, environments
• Previous clay, minerals, limestone, chemical, cement processing experience is highly desired
• Solid understanding of cost accounting principles and financial statements, including P&L

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• An attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match
• A Supplemental Contribution based on Years of Service
• Education assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development

Company Information

• Lhoist North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• We are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity
• We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation
• We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply
• We provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request