Operations Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the safe and efficient production at the Moab Potash processing facilities to include Mill operations and Mill maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works closely with the plant safety supervisor to maximize safety improvements and create a positive culture while influencing the staff on safety.

Plan, direct, and coordinate all operational activities of the potash production plant

Supervise up to 3 direct reports

Assist in production planning and building budgets, expense/capital

Direct the implementation of process improvements

Owner of engineering projects related to plant operations, and process engineering functions

Lead, train, supervise, and assist personnel in charge of operations

Analyze, evaluate, and resolve production related issues

Observes and enforces all safety rules and policies

Observes and enforces all environmental rules and policy

Owner of all capital projects for assigned area

Performs monthly and annual cost evaluations.

Generates weekly production reports

Collaboration with Mine superintendent and Solutions Mine Engineer to maximize production

Establish targets, goals and measurable metrics with direct reports

Work closely with maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime target utilization of availability

Ensure all products produced are to Intrepid’s specifications and quality specifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BS degree preferred - Engineering or Sciences

Ten years of progressive experience in Mill Operations, Including Maintenance, with at least 5 years of management experience

Valid Driver’s License

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Mineral Floatation, Screening of dry products, conveyors and associated equipment, Microsoft Programs: Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, Ellipse, PI Historian, OSHA/MSHA

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, and push and/or pull up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders, and potentially work at heights, perceive color differences

Will be required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and engage in strenuous physical activity

SCHEDULE:

The position will work on a 9/80 schedule (Monday- Thursday, 7a-4:30p) and every other Friday (7a-3:30p) with occasional call outs and longer hours as the plant needs are met.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary commensurate with experience and skill set. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans with generous employer premium contributions, as well as 401(k) with employer match, bonus programs, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and wellness benefits.

More details can be found at https://www.intrepidpotash.com/careers/culture-and-rewards/.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Intrepid Potash Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.