Quarry Manager

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Establish, communicate, and assign job responsibilities, goals, and performance standards for employees within the Quarry Department; evaluate job performance.
• Perform surveillance of quarry maintenance and operations by conducting inspections.
• Ensure conduct of and/or participation in quarry department safety meetings and safety inspections of work areas; perform periodic spot checks to ensure quarry personnel comply with safety rules and regulations.
• Oversee all aspects of the maintenance department.
• Monitor production needs to ensure adequate rock availability for manufacturing.
• Promote job performance through motivation, establishing goals, and providing feedback.
• Oversee all aspects of the quarry department when explosives are used, ensuring proper storage and availability.
• Maintain specified records of quarry and mining activities.
• Obtain, coordinate, and supervise the work of contractors for specified repairs.
• Prepare reports and other specified paperwork as requested by management.
• Meet with vendors regarding new maintenance equipment and supplies.
• Support and participate in plant/quarry safety and environmental programs; inspect work sites for proper cleanup procedures.
• Actively participate and lead in the Maintenance Excellence Process.
• Coordinate production operations with quarry operations to supply needed raw materials while providing maintenance time on quarry equipment.
• Assist in planning long-term quarry development goals, including mine exploration.
• Coordinate with plant management on priorities and schedules for plant projects.
• Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and specifications on purchased equipment; coordinate purchased material with plant needs.
• Work with Planner to review, plan, schedule, and supervise all maintenance repair and preventive/predictive maintenance activities.
• Investigate and resolve unusual problems or difficulties in maintenance projects.
• Maintain awareness of current industry trends and practices by reading trade and industry magazines.
• Specify engineering data and solicit competitive pricing on major equipment and parts.
• Schedule repairs and other maintenance with the Maintenance Department as needed; order and obtain parts and equipment.
• Coordinate with storeroom personnel concerning supplies and parts needed for maintenance activities.
• Work with Planner to compile records and data regarding maintenance projects and prepare reports for management.
• Ensure maintenance personnel comply with plant and MSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Participate in labor contract negotiations; investigate problems and resolve them before they become grievances; meet with union representatives as needed.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and train employees on safety regulations and standards; evaluate safety hazards proactively and investigate accidents.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager to discuss goals, strategic planning, and ensure directives are achieved.
• Review and approve all invoices when Plant Manager is not at the plant; may perform other Plant Manager duties on a relief basis.
• Recommend improvements to enhance plant and quarry productivity, employee morale, etc.
• Review maintenance reports analyzing trends; assist Plant Manager in preparing annual budgets for company executives.
• Evaluate performance and recommend merit increases and promotions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• 4-year/Bachelor's Degree in mining, geology, or engineering required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mining operations.
• Minimum of 5 years as a quarry supervisor preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to lead and manage others.
• Ability to instill a commitment to organizational goals.
• Knowledge in a regulated environment.
• Ability to quickly troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Knowledge of quarry operations, including optimizing quarry resources and design, mine planning, use of equipment, and proper procedures for using explosives safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) safety regulations as well as state and federal mining laws.
• General knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) environmental regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to make sound independent judgments regularly.
• Ability to work under general supervision with specific policies, practices, and objectives; ability to refer to supervisor for clarification.
• Knowledge of Mining/Geology principles and procedures.