Director of Operations – Production and Mining

Senior leadership role responsible for overseeing multi-site U.S. plant, and mining operations, ensuring strong performance across safety, production, cost control, quality, compliance, and financial results in a 24/7 operating environment. This role leads site teams, drives operational excellence, and partners cross-functionally to execute business strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across multiple plants, and mining/quarry sites
• Ensure achievement of KPIs including production, cost, quality, delivery, and working capital
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure regulatory and environmental compliance
• Own operating budgets, cost control, and support P&L performance
• Oversee workforce planning, staffing, and succession development
• Partner with Sales, Logistics, Engineering, and corporate teams to align execution
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, efficiency, standardization)
• Develop, coach, and mentor site leadership teams and direct reports

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or related technical field
• 7+ years of leadership in plant operations, mining, or heavy manufacturing
• Experience managing 24/7 industrial or multi-site operations
• Strong financial acumen with P&L and budget responsibility
• Background in cement, lime, quarry, mining, or similar heavy industry preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills
• Ability to work in industrial environments and travel up to 40%