Production Manager

Allied reliability is seeking a Production Manager for Quarry Mining operations. Ideal candidates will have either a Heavy Industry Manufacturing, manufacturing related to mining, paper mills, steel plants, refractory, heavy equipment fabrication, stone processing, or cement plants, background.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and interface with regulatory agencies: Lead efforts to observe all company safety rules and regulations, ensuring adherence to standards set by regulatory bodies. Regularly communicate with agencies to stay updated on compliance requirements.
• Maintain product quality and adjust production plans to meet customer needs: Oversee the production process to ensure high-quality output. Make necessary adjustments to production schedules and methods to align with customer specifications and demands.
• Participate in weekly scheduling and daily production meetings: Actively engage in weekly meetings to coordinate schedules between maintenance and production teams. Attend daily morning meetings to discuss production status, address issues, and align on priorities.
• Ensure quality work from operations personnel: Monitor the performance of operations staff to ensure they adhere to quality standards and best practices. Provide training and support as needed.
• Keep plant running during breakdowns and provide feedback to teams: Coordinate efforts to maintain plant operations during equipment failures or other disruptions. Offer constructive feedback to both maintenance and operations teams to enhance performance.
• Knowledge of operational and people management: Apply expertise in managing both operational processes and personnel to achieve organizational goals. Utilize best practices in leadership and team management.
• Experience in mining/heavy manufacturing, especially kilns
• Assess and resolve organizational and people issues; provide coaching and mentoring.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving: Exhibit 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.

Basic requirements

• 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 would also be a fit; industry background in manufacturing related to mining, paper mills, steel plants, refractory, heavy equipment fabrication, stone processing, cement plants, etc. preferred.