PLANT MANAGER

The Plant Manager has direct responsibility for all quarry related aspects at the site including safety, environmental, operations, quality, production, sales and community relations. The Plant Manager is an operational professional who understands the value of planning and takes a disciplined approach to execution. This position works closely and collaboratively with Operations, Maintenance, Safety/Environmental, Sales, and Finance.

• Minimum Qualifications:
• - 3-5 years' experience in Aggregates or Mining
• - Previous supervisory experience
• - High level understanding of MSHA rules and regulations
• - Proficiency with Excel and Word
• - Knowledge of processing methods and planning techniques
• - Strong blasting expertise
• - Must be able to troubleshoot and have strong analytical abilities
• - Must be able to successfully analyze and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, and governmental
• regulations as they pertain to operations
• - Ability to write reports, author business correspondence and procedure manuals
• - Solid written and interpersonal communication skills
• Additional Requirements:
• - Pass pre-employment drug screen, physical and criminal background checks.
• - Able to handle multiple responsibilities at one time.
• - Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and public at all times.
• - Be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• - Be willing to work flexible work hours including nights and weekends when necessary.
• - Be willing to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• - Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas
• - Optimize reserves and minimize cost while ensuring high quality raw material feed for plant
• - Maintain constant vigilance on environmental legislation for road grading and watering
• - Adhere to established maintenance standards in cooperation with equipment department
• - Execute plan and reach targets for production volume, quality, and cost for mining
• - Assist with and recommend CapEx and purchasing, planning, evaluation, and implementation of capital projects
• - Train and coach site employees and work with HR to address disciplinary issues as needed
• - Manage drill and blast contractors
• - Lead mine planning and related processes
• - Adhere strictly to all safety and environmental regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of plant operation, conveyor systems, and maintenance.
• Must have good mechanical, troubleshooting, and some welding ability.
• Need positive attitude and the ability to work well with others and follow directions.
• Equipment operation skills helpful.

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Extensive walking on uneven surfaces.
• May lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, odors.
• Hand eye coordination.
• Exposure to mists, adhesives, acids, dust.
• Frequent and/or extended periods requiring kneeling, bending, and/or twisting.
• Working in all weather conditions for extended period of time.

Veterans:

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to the Plant Manager position. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

• Army: Quarrying Specialists, Engineer Officer
• Navy: Engineering Aide
• Marines: Combat Engineer Officer

How To Apply:
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to Knife River Corporation South, PO Box 1800, Waco, TX 76703.

Benefits:
* Paid Holidays * Paid Time Off * Three Medical Plans with GENEROUS Employer contributions and funding * Health Savings Account* Prescription Card * Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care * Dental * Vision * Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance * Company Paid Short Term Disability Income Replacement * Company Paid Long Term Disability Income Replacement * Profit Sharing * 401(k) with Company Match * Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents * Critical Illness Plan * Accident Coverage Plan* Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan, Travel Insurance, Access to Legal Advice*