Quarry Manager

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Quarry Manager will be responsible for leading the quarry department to maintain and improve safety, quality, and environment compliance for all quarry operations. They will lead cultural initiatives at the quarry site while discussing and seeking consensus resolution to mining related issues and improvements. Development of the team and safe operation will be key in regards to stability for future operations.

Leadership for safety and environment for quarry operations:

• Ensure regulatory compliance
• Integrate corporate EH&S core initiatives at the quarry site
• Actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, and environmental compliance at the quarry site
• Proactively demonstrate core values and establish safety and environmental standards for all mining related activities
• Responsible for all reclamation activities at the quarry site

Implementing Mining "White Paper" cultural initiatives at the quarry site:

• Communicate and reinforce White Paper philosophy to subordinates
• Comply with all policies as defined in the White Paper
• Provide data to support the R&R process
• Participation in the development of the 5-Year mine plan
• Timely completion of Annual Material Movement (AMM) plans
• Coordinate with corporate M&E on planning to ensure timely completion of quarry budgets (mining and crushing), in Lowest Sustainable Mining Cost (LSMC) format
• Monthly LSMC review and reporting, variances understood and cost improvement plans developed
• Monthly mining KPIs review and reporting, variances explained and performance improvement plans developed
• Annual Theoretical Best Cost (TBC) to LSMC comparisons
• Mining improvement opportunities identified and Continuous Improvement program recommendations submitted to optimize performance (KPIs)and costs (LSMC)
• Ensure mine QC process/practices are integrated and implemented to meet corporate QC core initiatives.

Communicate with LNA Mining Team to discuss and seek consensus resolution to mining related issues and improvements:

• Maintain monthly communication with mine/quarry managers, plant managers, regional directors, and M&E on "White Paper " Policy deliverables and variances
• Communicate mining related issues with Mining Team members, seeking consensus resolution at the lowest level and escalating when necessary
• Continually drive process improvement opportunities
• Facilitate planning to support projects at the quarry site
• Provide feedback to drive/leverage new opportunities within or between existing operations

Leadership and Development:

• Responsible for the development of mining professionals to ensure that competent resources are in place to operate/manage quarry operations
• Communicate with mining professionals to show performance highlights to plant managers, regional directors, and corporate M&E
• Work with plant managers/regional directors and HR/competency centers/ functions to develop mining professionals MRAs and STIs, in addition to training and needs development plans

Safe Quality Food (SQF)

• Ensure a SQF workplace and follow regulatory compliance with Federal FDA - Food Modernization Safety Act (CFR Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Part 507).
• Support Environmental Health and Safety, as well as SQF initiatives and awareness programs.
• Be a leader and promoter of employee safety and SQF culture.
• Following completion of SQF training, demonstrate understanding of expected safety, SQF performance and Food Safety Culture.
• Complete periodic SQF training(s).
• Each site location will ensure training is conducted for new employees and continued for existing employees.
• Employees will actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, SQF and environmental compliance at the site.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Detailed working knowledge of mine planning, quality control, reclamation, budgeting, and capital planning
• Excellent communication skills and a team player
• Ability to conduct business analysis, recommend actions and report on progress
• Analytical skills are required to work through the Company's operating budget, capital planning and performance progress through the use of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 150 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working at times in covered environment but mainly in a lime/mineral environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Lime/Mineral Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree in Mine Engineering, or equivalent relevant education and experience.

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

• Masters degree in Mine Engineering, or equivalent relevant education and experience.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years experience in surface mine management with heavy emphasis in production

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options, which include an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support an inclusive workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone with respect at all times. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.