Operations Support Manager

Lhoist

89d

About The Position

This role will direct and lead all divisional regional technical support teams, including process, operations, continuous improvement, automation, maintenance, and project engineering, to meet short and long-range objectives with optimum efficiency and overall improved performance in all dimensions. Supports plants in implementing new tools, CI & RV, Capex initiatives, and projects while ensuring that the team members are aligned and properly technically trained and that necessary tools are available, as well as a regular exchange with Fort Worth and the Group is achieved. Drive the development and implementation of a sustainable reliability-centered maintenance program that includes the collection and analysis of relevant maintenance/configuration/condition data to change maintenance practices that minimize in-service asset/component failures, extend equipment life, and optimize maintenance costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field or demonstrated skills and ability and/or equivalent work experience in the field
• Must have at least seven to ten years previous engineering leadership experience in a fast paced heavy manufacturing, construction, and/or mining environment
• Previous process engineer, mechanical engineer, chemical engineer, automation/reliability, and/or maintenance experience
• Development and implementation of reliability system and programs
• Previous experience leading a plant
• 2-3 years of Project Management experience within an industrial environment
• Lean system and tools implementation experience

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or a relevant / related field; with strong focus on mining and heavy industry related topics, such as process, electrical, and mechanical engineering and exposure to automation and reliability
• Knowledge of managing a cost center budget is desired
• Capex budgeting is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Performance, reliability and availability of plant assets and equipment
• Review and develop processes, procedures and programs for the different mines and plants
• Review and drive the updating of the Preventative Maintenance programs at the locations
• Establish and monitor programs for critical equipment analysis and condition monitoring techniques
• Create efficient spare parts inventory with a focus on development of critical spare parts inventory
• Lead the Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) program to include the identification and resolution of equipment failures
• Assist the location’s leadership in the direction and prioritization of needed capital projects and expenses
• Allocate resources appropriately in the face of competing demands
• Ensure that equipment is properly designed, selected and installed based on life-cycle philosophy
• Promote equipment standardization
• Develop standards and specifications for major maintenance overhauls
• Perform analysis of critical equipment failures and determine root cause
• Assure spare parts inventory needs of all new equipment
• Provide technical guidance for the CMMS (SAP)
• Serve as the focal point for monitoring performance indicators for plant management
• Implement requirements for reliability program and ensure it is aligned with overall Operations goals
• Lead Continuous Improvement
• Improve the efficient operation of operations thru the implementation of a robust plant instrumentation program
• Assure that plant instrumentation has high reliability and is quickly repaired after downtime
• Prioritize location automation support to balance the overall divisional automation improvement needs
• Assure that the automation and instrumentation support functions are properly staffed and robust
• Track operational KPI’s and provide
• Develop strategies to improve overall reliability and safety of plant, personnel and production processes
• Identify, collect, analyze, and manage various types of data to minimize failures and improve performance
• Lead the implementation of the Lean program and tools
• Drive the development of a continuous improvement culture through the use of Kaizen events and yellow belt training
• Lead and drive the Division’s CAPEX projects and cost centers
• Develop and support any alternative fuel sustainability projects
• Support the Strategy team of the division and region on technical but also development matters
• Work close with Corporate Capex team on ensuring Capex reporting is accurate and to the established standards
• Provide structure, direction and feedback to divisional engineering team members
• Readily share information and develop the divisional engineering team by delegating to their strengths
• Set clear guidelines and expectations for the team
• Establish and communicate clear roles and job performance expectations
• Identify needs and organize technical training for the team
• Lead by example: show high level of professionalism and work ethics
• Promote culture of continuous improvement
• Lead by example and demonstrate EH&S leadership within the team
• Ensure compliance of team with all EH&S standards, programs and requirements
• Monitor workplace to ensure a safe and healthy environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance
• 401K retirement savings options, which include an employer match
• Educational Assistance to encourage continued personal development and professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees