Operations Manager

We are looking for an Operations Manager with experience in mineral processing to manage our plant production in Middleton,TN. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Guides, organizes, and directs the hourly work force to meet or exceed all safety, operational and quality goals. Assures stationary and mobile equipment is operated properly in accordance with best practices. Long term planning including projects, process development, budgeting, and operational schedules. Training and maintenance of quality, safety, environmental, and health programs including audit and development activities. Plans and schedules operations in conjunction with maintenance in order to meet sales requirements. Additional duties as assigned. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, process engineering or experience in operations supervision. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites especially Excel and Word Solid background in Operations planning programs like JD Edwards. Engineering in a manufacturing background preferred or equivalent background as Operations Supervisor in a similar field. Must be able to handle several tasks at one time and work well with a variety of personalities in an effort to achieve continuous improvement. Experience in mineral porcessing is required. Preferred or Nice-to-have Skills Engineering background in a manufacturing setting Experience as an Operations Supervisor in a similar field Years of Experience: At least 5 years (with a Bachelor's degree) or 7 years (with a high school diploma or GED) Industry Experience: Industrial production environment, preferably in mining or operations supervision ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Potential to get up to 20% bonus Nationwide Relocation.