Senior Electrical Engineer
3/21/2022
My client is an established mineral mining company. They been in business for over 150 years and currently operate 27 facilities throughout the US and Canada.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience:
• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited school is required.
• Registered Professional Engineering License is a plus.
• At least 10 years electrical engineering experience.
• Preference given to those with knowledge and experience working with and trouble-shooting of:
o Allen Bradley based PLC control systems for process and equipment control as well as associated HMI graphics.
o Large DC and AC motor drives control systems which utilize power electronics for variable speed control.
o Electrical distribution systems ranging from 480V to 138 kV, including substations and MCC’s.
o Fiber optic and Ethernet based communications systems.
o Power factor correction systems.
o Electrical systems in a heavy industrial environment.
• Complete proficiency with Microsoft Office programs is required.
• AutoCAD, MS Project, CMMS systems, highly desirable.
• Other EE related software experience a plus.
• Allen Bradley PLC programs (PLC5, ControlLogix, MicroLogix, and DeviceNet) to troubleshoot system challenges.
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Electrical Maintenance Manager
9/6/2022
My client is an established mineral mining company. They been in business for over 150 years and currently operate 27 facilities throughout the US and Canada.
Essential Job Functions: Include but are not limited to the following:
(Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities at any time.)
• Leads electrical department to ensure efficient execution of work in compliance with regulatory agencies and Compass Minerals safety, health and environmental standards and procedures.
• Demonstrate leadership in safety through conversations and leading by example.
• Provide clear expectations for performance and for safety, health and environmental compliance through setting objectives and KPIs.
• Ensure safety incidents are thoroughly investigated and corrective actions are implemented.
• Provide technical advice and/or provide access to technical resources to solve problems and execute work.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair process/production equipment, automation equipment, and PLC program faults.
• Establish and inspire high performance by setting clear performance objectives, providing regular feedback, and facilitating development through training. Continuously improve the skills/knowledge of staff to optimize performance and develop employees to their full potential.
• Ensure all employees attend work in a punctual manner and that correct procedures are followed when absences occur.
• Champion and support Work Order processes as well as the Reliable Asset (RAM) processes.
• Ensure work plans and maintenance tasks are executed to specifications.
• Ensure resources are available and utilized in an effective and efficient manner to meet budget and reduce costs.
• Encourage team involvement, drive employee engagement, and address concerns, suggestions, grievances, etc. Resolve personnel issues and grievances.
• Consistently maintain performance accountability and follow the site progressive disciplinary policies.
• Ensure that all work areas are kept in a safe and clean condition.
• Ensure clear communication is maintained and best work practices are established throughout department. Utilize safety/toolbox meetings to build safety habits and grow crew and department relationships.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of equipment failures and incidents. Promote mindful awareness of failure modes and preventative measures to mitigate failure mechanisms.
• Support and execute Management of Change (MOC) process; awareness of when applicable and ensure full documentation is completed at each stage.
• Ensure that mining targets are achieved through effective supervision of personnel, effective partnership with management, effective collaboration across shifts and departments, effective planning, organization, and allocation of work on each shift.
• Monitor process performance and adherence and take corrective actions when/where necessary.
• Contribute to cost efficiency of the department/shifts through monitoring and controlling usage of stores items, minimizing waste, ensuring that mine equipment is operated efficiently, ensuring employees are kept fully informed of duties, constantly looking for process improvements and cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate and provide technical input into design and specifications for new and replacement electrical equipment.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience in mining or heavy industrial electrical work
• Minimum of 6 years of experience with 3 years management experience.
• Competent Windows based computer skills as well as Microsoft Office software programs
• Experience with CMMS system (JD Edwards Eone, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Exposure to continuous improvement methods (Lean/Six Sigma)
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Aggregate Plant Manager
9/9/2022
Key Responsibilities
• Participate as a key member of the management team
• Participate in the development of the mine plan for the operation
• Assist with developing and managing the annual operating budget
• Participate in representing the Company in the local community
Preferred Experience and Skills
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree
• 5 or more years of crushed stone or sand?experience
• Experience interfacing with external stakeholders such as regulatory agencies, community organizations, or local chamber of commerce
Work Environment
• Role operates in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, and dusty conditions
• Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan
• Highly competitive benefits programs
• 401k retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Direct the onsite team of salary/hourly staff to safely accomplish the Company’s business objectives
• Build a culture of continuous improvement and pursue improvements in operational efficiencies
• Develop hourly & salary talent through regular coaching and feedback
• Proactively manage health & safety of employees to continuously improve the company's health & safety performance?
• Manage a solid maintenance program to ensure that all assets are well maintained, ensuring that critical spares are available while minimizing inventory cost
• Collaborate cross-functionally with safety, environment, sales, QC, labor relations, HR, and other departments to accomplish key business objectives
Essential Experience and Skills
• In depth knowledge of aggregates production and associated equipment and processes
• At least 4 years of aggregates industry, or closely related industry experience
• High school diploma or GED ?
• Computer and systems literate, including competency with Microsoft Office
• Analytical, data focused, and metrics driven with strong project management experience
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Aggregate Plant Manager
3/9/2023
The Plant Manager role is based at our Burnet, TX Quarry and reports directly to the Sr. Area Operations Manager.
What you’ll get to do
• Manage and lead all activities at the quarry operation
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to ensure the location operates at optimal effectiveness and efficiency
• Build and maintain a culture focused upon safety and health, as well as compliance with company and regulatory safety, health, and environmental standards
• Collaborate with other plants and leaders as a member of the market unit’s leadership team
• Develop and manage the annual operating, participate in the capital planning process, and have with P&L accountability
• Collaborate with the area Sales and Quality Control teams, delivering high quality, minimizing waste, and balancing customer needs with production capabilities & inventory levels
• Manage an effective maintenance program to ensure that assets are maintain, critical spare parts are accessible, and inventory costs are controlled
• Represent the company in the local community
Essential Experience and Skills
• 5 or more years of production experience in crushed stone
• Strong working knowledge of all aspects of aggregate production - equipment, processes, inventory management, quality standards, metrics
• Extensive understanding of safety and environmental regulations
• Supervisory experience and very well developed leadership skills
• Department and/or plant management experience – accountability for people, processes, productivity, quality, waste, costs, assets, and compliance
• MS Office literacy and analytical skills
Preferred Experience and Skills
• Quarry blasting
• Stripping heavy overburden and reclamation
• P&L accountability
• Capital planning
• Project Management
Work Environment
• Role operates in a manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, and dusty conditions.
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