Mining & Natural Resources Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia

INTRODUCTION

Consistently demonstrates ability to lead and perform the duties below:

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and ensure compliance with safety regulations and interface with regulatory agencies:
• Oversee production process and maintain product quality and adjust production plans to meet customer needs and ensures high-quality output.
• Manage necessary adjustments to production schedules and methods to align with customer specifications and demands.
• Actively engage in weekly meetings to coordinate schedules between maintenance and production teams.
• Ensure quality work from operations team by monitoring performance of operations, provide training and support as needed.
• Coordinate efforts to maintain plant operations during equipment failures or other disruptions.
• Offer constructive feedback to both maintenance and operations teams to enhance performance.
• Apply expertise in managing both operational processes and employees to achieve organizational goals.
• Prior experience in mining/heavy manufacturing, especially kilns.
• Assess and resolve organizational and people issues through coaching and mentoring.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational abilities, effectively solve problems, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously to ensure smooth operations.
• Customer service focus with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Improvement Projects

• Lead and manage improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing costs.
• Analyze current processes and identify areas for enhancement.
• Implement and monitor changes to ensure successful outcomes.
• Drives active safety engagements among team using formal safety stand-downs, SLAMs, and shift meetings.
• Makes routine field walks to inspect plant and ensure all processes are in good working order.
• Establishes and manages expectations for housekeeping, greasing, and equipment inspections.
• Drives accountability and removes barriers to completing these objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Mining, Business or related field.
• 2+ years Manager experience in heavy industrial manufacturing environment; previous experience as department manager or superintendent for larger facilities.
• Industry background in manufacturing related to mining, paper mills, steel plants, refractory, heavy equipment fabrication, stone processing, cement plants, etc. preferred.
• Extensive knowledge and background in operations supply chain business processes, continuous manufacturing and production processes, and working contemporary concepts of continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing.
• Positive & proactive attitude with ability to address issues, implement solutions and motivate others.
• Demonstrable success in cultural 'turn around' a plus.
• Proven in leading operational excellence through applying behavior-based management.
• Prior experience demonstrating effective management skills.
• Demonstrable teamwork and maturity with a strong work ethic.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions provided such accommodations do not create undue hardship to the company.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; walk (including on uneven surfaces); climb stairs (multiple levels/floors) and ladders; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arm; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell; and is occasionally required to stand. Additionally, the job required the employee to work on occasion at heights.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, provided such accommodations do not create undue hardship to the company. Typical work environment would include potentially hot and dusty plant environments, as well as common office environments.

READY TO JOIN A ROCK-SOLID FAMILY?
Carmeuse started out as a small family-run business in Belgium. Today it’s a leading global producer of lime, high calcium limestone and dolomitic stone. Its products are essential to energy producers, environmental services, construction and manufacturing. With over 90 production facilities spread across almost every continent, and over 4,500 employees working at Carmeuse every day, the company’s most treasured resources are its people.

Carmeuse is dedicated to maintaining a workplace that fosters equal opportunity and creates a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

You will be part of Carmeuse North America, a Rock-Star team of 2500 workers and employees bringing with them their own culture and specific needs. The North American headquarters is located in Pittsburgh, PA and has over three dozen production facilities across the U.S. and Canada.