Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor jobs in Edmond, OK

U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a member of the Russell 2000. The company is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 123-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 600 diversified products to customers across our end markets. 

U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient. The company has 27 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas. 

Day-to-day supervision of all Mill Creek operating areas.  Responsible for safety and environmental compliance, crew work assignments, and execution of the daily operating plan in the Mine and North and South Process areas.  Reacts appropriately to unplanned events (i.e. breakdowns, operating problems, weather).  

*One week (7 days) of 12 hour shifts and then one week off*

Essential Job Functions: 

• Supervise plant operators and ensure work is completed as assigned, recommend disciplinary actions and resolve minor employee relations issues. Work to maintain a positive working relationship with the bargaining unit represented plant employees.
• Follow and promote all environmental, safety and health regulations and report any hazardous conditions immediately
• Ensures that the Plant Management Team is aware of process and loading interruptions.  Answers inquiries from the Customer Service Team.
• Problem-solving and process improvement – works with hourly crew members to develop and execute solutions to problems or areas for improvement
• Performs administrative duties required to meet job goals including planning, scheduling, reporting and weekly timecard approvals.
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:  

• Minimums of 1 years’ experience in a mining or mineral processing environment required
• Experience supervising others in a union environment preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with quickly changing priorities based on business needs
• Strong time-management skills to successfully manage a variety of projects and assignments
• Collaborative management style with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population
• Strong troubleshooting abilities and ability to use quick judgement to made sound decisions which keep the plant operating
• Proficient computer skills: Microsoft office, Outlook, Excel, Timekeeping Systems (Kronos preferred)
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Maintenance experience and basic understanding of process controls are plusses.
• Proactive focus on operations management 

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.  The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature and level of work as of the preparation date.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position.  This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.