Plant Manager

PF Holdings•Doddridge, AR

About The Position

Alpine Silica, a PF Holdings company based in Willow Park, TX, operates advanced facilities in key U.S. oil and gas regions like Haynesville, Eagle Ford, and Permian Basins. It produces frac sand and provides in-basin solutions to enhance efficiency for top oil and gas producers. At PF Holdings, Our portfolio of established and dependable companies reliably operate efficiently and effectively, driving innovation and commercial success for the future, for the benefit of industry, our clients, and the world. The Plant Manager will hold a key position in ensuring that our Plant runs safely, efficiently and to the highest standard of quality. This opportunity offers the chance for employment with a leader in the frac sand industry with excellent benefits and compensation package. The ideal candidate will have a passion for safety, an aptitude for leadership and a personality that values teamwork and the contribution of all employees. Basic Function: Direct the day-to-day production, shipping, and preventative maintenance activities at the silica sand plant and mine to maintain a safe work environment and meet production requirements with a quality product at the lowest possible cost. Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements in regard to Safety & Health and Environmental matters.

Requirements

Our Plant Manager will require integrity, relevant supervisory experience, a passion for safety and a related degree - or - equivalent experience. This person will be a leader that cares for the well-being of the team.
Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma concepts, and Safety Fundamentals such as MSHA regulations.
Experience with scheduling, level loading Production and labor resources
Competency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and experience with ERP/MRP systems
Strong managerial skills to manage human resources, projects, spending targets (including expense and capital) and strategic planning.
Excellent problem solving, communication, team-building and interpersonal skills.
Ten (10) years of related experience with five (5) years of supervisory or managerial experience.
Mining Experience
Degree in related field desired, not required. High school diploma or GED required.
Experience working with MSHA

Responsibilities

Coordinate the scheduling of all production, shipping, and preventative maintenance activities at the plant and mine to ensure shipments are made on time and meet quality requirements.
Develop long and short-term plans to achieve plant, Operations department, and corporate goals and objectives.
Provide direct supervision and delegate as appropriate to Production, Mine, Maintenance, EH&S and Shipping Supervision.
Working with the EHS function, direct and oversee employee safety training, plant housekeeping, and ensure adherence to all Corporate EHS policies and federal and state regulations.
Measure, track, and manage the plant through use of operational metrics and KPIs. Prepare and maintain daily and weekly production reporting.
Estimate production times, staffing requirements, operating expenditures, and related costs to provide information for management decisions
Using the continuous improvement philosophy look for opportunities to improve quality, costs, productivities, and other efficiencies while eliminating waste.
Monitor operating costs. Strive to provide the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost. Initiate programs to adhere to standards and/or establish improved standards.
Maintain an "Open Door" policy to ensure good relations with staff and hourly work force.
Recommend actions necessary for development of a qualified and motivated workforce.
Assist in the preparation of Capital Plans and completion of capital projects.
All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time-to time, as needed.