Operations Support Manager

Divisional Regional Technical Support Manager

Respect to people, courage to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating integrity and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

Position Summary

This role will direct and lead all divisional regional technical support teams, including process, operations, continuous improvement, automation, maintenance, and project engineering, to meet short and long-range objectives with optimum efficiency and overall improved performance in all dimensions. Supports plants in implementing new tools, CI & RV, Capex initiatives, and projects while ensuring that the team members are aligned and properly technically trained and that necessary tools are available, as well as a regular exchange with Fort Worth and the Group is achieved. Drive the development and implementation of a sustainable reliability-centered maintenance program that includes the collection and analysis of relevant maintenance / configuration / condition data to change maintenance practices that minimize in-service asset / component failures, extend equipment life, and optimize maintenance costs.

Responsibilities & Expectations

Performance, reliability and availability of plant assets and equipment

• Review and develop processes, procedures and programs for the different mines and plants
• Review and drive the updating of the Preventative Maintenance programs at the locations.
• Establish and monitor programs for critical equipment analysis and condition monitoring techniques.
• Create efficient spare parts inventory with a focus on development of critical spare parts inventory.
• Lead the Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) program to include the identification and resolution of equipment failures.
• Assists the location's leadership in the direction and prioritization of needed capital projects and expenses
• Allocate resources appropriately in the face of competing demands
• Ensure that equipment is properly designed, selected and installed based on life-cycle philosophy.
• Promote equipment standardization.
• Develop standards and specifications for major maintenance overhauls.
• Perform analysis of critical equipment failures and determine root cause.
• Assure spare parts inventory needs of all new equipment.
• Provide technical guidance for the CMMS (SAP).
• Serve as the focal point for monitoring performance indicators for plant management.
• Implement requirements for reliability program and ensure it is aligned with overall Operations goals

Lead Continuous Improvement

Projects

Leadership and Development of Regional Engineering Support Team

Environmental, Health and Safety

Perform other duties as assigned.

Attributes

Physical Demands Include, but are not limited to :

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Preferred Education :

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Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options, which include an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

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