Production Manager

Lhoist • Ocala, FL

19d

About The Position

The Production Manager, under the direction of the Plant Manager, is responsible for the plant’s day-to-day performance and overall operations. The role oversees safety, employee engagement, production, maintenance, mining, quality, compliance, financial performance and cost control, and other production-related activities. The manager balances production and maintenance needs and develops and leads a plant team. Plant personnel are responsible for the facility’s Safe Food initiative based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.

The manager ensures safe, efficient and economical plant operations; sets and delivers plant objectives and performance targets; maximizes reserves and use of plant assets; maintains product and process quality; responds to customer needs; and manages budgeting, workforce planning, and capital project requests. The role also develops team members, coordinates with the plant management team, and represents or designates representatives for the company in relevant business, industry, and community settings.

The position involves work in office, mining, and mineral-processing environments, with exposure to severe weather and industrial conditions. Some travel may be required. The manager must be capable of working any shift, on call, overtime, or seven days a week when needed.

Requirements

• Proven leadership, management, and supervisory experience.
• At least 5–7 years of leadership experience in a fast-paced heavy manufacturing, construction, and/or mining environment, such as lime, minerals, or cement.
• Prior experience in cement, limestone, or other process industries.
• A proven record of increasing responsibility and results.
• Ability to plan and direct the work of salaried and hourly personnel and train and develop an effective workforce.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation and public-speaking skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs.
• Strong understanding of safety and environmental requirements, and willingness to follow established procedures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Finance, or equivalent leadership work experience in the field is desired.
• Ability to work any shift, on call, overtime, or seven days a week if needed.
• Physical ability to perform assigned work, access all plant locations, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate outdoor work in severe weather and exposure to industrial heat, noise, dust, and other conditions; access areas that may involve heights up to 120 feet, confined spaces, ladders or stairs, work over water, and tunnels.
• Ability to perform occasional standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing, and sitting.
• Some travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Training and experience leading Lean and/or Six Sigma problem-solving.
• Previous SAP knowledge.
• Master’s degree in a relevant or related field.
• Six to ten years of leadership experience in the cement, lime, or minerals industry, with experience in roles such as Maintenance Manager, Production Manager, Mine/Quarry Manager, or Quality Manager.
• Previous lean manufacturing experience.
• Solid understanding of cost accounting principles and financial statements, including some P&L, is heavily desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safest, most efficient, and most economical operation of the plant.
• Manage plant operations consistently with the company’s stated vision and objectives.
• Manage plant output to maximize reserves and efficiently use plant assets.
• Establish plant targets and priorities for consistent performance across mining, production, maintenance, quality, and cost KPIs.
• Execute plant objectives, develop and implement strategic plans, and review results monthly and annually.
• Champion plant and community communications; communicate effectively with employees at all levels and clearly establish the plant’s vision.
• Represent the company, or designate a plant representative, in matters related to the business community, industry, and surrounding community.
• Ensure consistent product and process quality, respond to customer demands in a timely manner, monitor plant production and quality performance, and ensure products shipped meet quality and customer requirements.
• Develop, execute, and control budgets; help develop and control profits, plans, and budgets; and assist with capital project requests based on plant operating and maintenance needs.
• Monitor workforce utilization and review requests to increase staffing.
• Delegate authority to key team members across safety, finance, mining, production, maintenance, processing, quality control, production control, shipping, and related functions.
• Coordinate plant activities with the plant management team to meet objectives effectively and efficiently.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, direction, and development to plant staff; encourage collaboration and maintain team morale and performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match and supplemental contribution based on years of service.
• Educational assistance for continued learning and professional development.
• Highly competitive compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager