Director of Operations
Director of Operations – Production and Mining
Senior leadership role responsible for overseeing multi-site U.S. plant, and mining operations, ensuring strong performance across safety, production, cost control, quality, compliance, and financial results in a 24/7 operating environment. This role leads site teams, drives operational excellence, and partners cross-functionally to execute business strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead operations across multiple plants, and mining/quarry sites
- Ensure achievement of KPIs including production, cost, quality, delivery, and working capital
- Drive a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory and environmental compliance
- Own operating budgets, cost control, and support P&L performance
- Oversee workforce planning, staffing, and succession development
- Partner with Sales, Logistics, Engineering, and corporate teams to align execution
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, efficiency, standardization)
- Develop, coach, and mentor site leadership teams and direct reports
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or related technical field
- 7+ years of leadership in plant operations, mining, or heavy manufacturing
- Experience managing 24/7 industrial or multi-site operations
- Strong financial acumen with P&L and budget responsibility
- Background in cement, lime, quarry, mining, or similar heavy industry preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills
- Ability to work in industrial environments and travel up to 40%
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