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U.S. Silica Company

Operations Manager

U.S. Silica Company, Lamesa, Texas, United States, 79331

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Overview

U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. The company has 125 years of history and operates across mining, processing, logistics, and materials science to deliver more than 800 diversified products. Subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics, with 26 operating mines and processing facilities and headquarters in Katy, Texas. Sr. Talent Advisor | Driving Executive & Technical Recruiting Excellence Across Mining, Oil & Gas, and Industrial Operations Essential Responsibilities

Guides, organizes, and directs the hourly workforce in conjunction with superintendents and supervisors. Manages plant operations and collaborates with maintenance to ensure equipment is maintained in satisfactory condition. Controls plant direct production and costs through effective planning and management. Assures training, implementation, and maintenance of quality, health, safety, and environmental programs. Assist the Plant Manager with development and execution of capital and annual budget plans. Performs administrative duties required to meet job goals including planning, budgeting, scheduling and reporting. Responsible for the overall management, direction and coordination of the production processes. Plans, evaluates, recommends, implements and monitors production to minimize costs and meet quality and regulatory needs for the operations. Coordinate interdepartmental needs. Provide for continual improvement in production to safely meet customer demands while reducing costs and increasing productivity. Work with operators to collect data for trending, problem solving and root cause analysis. Coordinate with the maintenance department to schedule preventative maintenance and respond to unscheduled downtime. Follow and promote all safety regulations and ensure the plant adheres to the company's EHS and MSHA policies and regulations. Manage the production departments and interface with mine personnel, maintenance, purchasing, customer service and accounting. Additional duties as assigned Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences or Engineering with 10 years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance and/or production; OR high school diploma or GED with 7 years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance. Mining and leadership experience is a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites and relevant computer software. Engineering in mining background preferred or equivalent as Operations Superintendent or manager or in a similar field. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mine supervisory/management with approximately 5 years in a management role. Demonstrated track record of developing cost-effective solutions with strong evidence of systemic thinking. Strong project management skills, including budgeting, planning, and monitoring capital expenditures with a history of increased scope of responsibility. Physical ability to move throughout the mine and plant, including activities such as climbing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pushing and pulling; ability to lift approximately 10–20 lbs. Ability to handle several tasks concurrently and work with a variety of personalities to achieve continuous improvement. Valid driver’s license. Travel Requirements

Travel up to 20% of the time. Equal Opportunity Employer

– U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace. This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice. Know Your Rights notices and related information are provided as required by law. Job Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management Industries: Mining

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