Operations Engineer - Leavenworth, IN at Mulzer Crushed Stone Inc in Leavenworth, Indiana

Job Description:

Job ID: 504161

Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc., a CRH Company, is the foremost supplier of crushed stone, sand, gravel, scrubber stone, rip-rap and ag-lime in Southern Indiana. Complete with six quarries, fifteen retail locations and two sand and gravel plants, Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. has supplied aggregate to area construction projects, large and small, since 1935. Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. is the Tri-State's established leader in delivering superior quality products that provide exceptional value to those we serve. In addition, by being a part of the CRH Americas family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH Americas. CRH Americas is the number one asphalt producer, the third-largest aggregates producer, and one of the top 5 ready mixed concrete producers in the United States. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Position Overview

The Operations Engineer serves as a strategic leader in managing and enhancing quarry operations. This position oversees all aspects of mine planning, production, and quality control to ensure efficient, sustainable, and safe operations with Mulzer Company.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and execute comprehensive mine plans (short, medium, and long-term) to optimize operations and support production goals


• Conduct and oversee surveying activities, including boundaries, limits, and topography, for mine planning and property management


• Plan and coordinate site preparation activities such as stripping, land clearing, and tree removal


• Schedule and manage all drilling and blasting activities, ensuring accuracy in explosives inventory, blasting reports, and drill logs


• Utilize mine planning software for projects including overburden stripping plans, reserve estimation, exploration projects, and SEC documentation


• Promote the integration of technology and innovative engineering practices to improve cost efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability


• Monitor and analyze daily production reports, collaborating with quality control teams to address and resolve stone quality issues


• Oversee daily production and pit operations, ensuring materials are available to meet production schedules without delays


• Direct and train employees on new tasks and operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety and professional development


• Supervise contractors to ensure adherence to safety and performance standards


• Assist with MSHA inspections

Other Requirements

• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures


• Strict adherence to Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Code of Business Conduct


• Ability to perform under pressure to complete tasks accurately and on time


• Highly developed oral, verbal, and written communication skills and an ability to work with management and peers


• Capability to present plans to wide array of audience


• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times


• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required


• Ability to be a self-starter


• Ability to perform and prioritize short- and long-term expectations with minimal direction/oversight as needed


• Mentor less experienced members of the team


• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all employees; employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule


• Ability to obtain Part 107 Drone License Certification


• Must be willing to travel and work away from home regularly


• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

Education and Experience

Bachelor's or associates degree in engineering, geology, earth sciences or equivalent preferred; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficient with MS Office product suite and experience with CAD preferred.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet, humid condition airborne particles, and extreme heat or cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require protective equipment.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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