The following is a listing of job openings in the Georgia and the Southeastern mining industry.  If you would like to post a position, please email the job listing to info@georgiamining.org.
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BASF, The Chemical Company
1301134 Quality Engineer, Middle GA

Our Middle Georgia Operations mines and processes Kaolin. Products are manufactured for the Paper, Specialty Kaolin, and Petroleum Catalyst market segments. The position described herein is for a Quality Engineer to support on-going operations. The Quality Engineer will provide technical support and facilitate decision making for timely problem solving / issue resolution. He / she will participate in or lead teams aimed at optimizing processes and managing the site Quality System.

Major Responsibilities:

• Participates as a contributing member of cross-functional teams at various levels of the organization; strives to address quality, cost and continuous improvement challenges.
  
• Works independently and with project team members to develop process control deliverables including quality plans, manufacturing and inspection documentation and test methods.
  
• Responsible for reviewing and verifying non-conforming materials and initiating and following up on associated corrective actions as required.
  
• Periodic review of final product release activities in accordance with established procedures and production schedules.
  
• Analyzes failure, corrective and preventive action to respond to customer complaints.
  
• Supports activities that ensure compliance to the ISO9001:2008 standard.
  
• Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and devises methods to assess cost and responsibility. Directs workers engaged in measuring and testing product and tabulating data concerning product, or process quality/reliability.
  
• Focus on problem solving with a goal of continuous improvement capability and ensuring the Continuous Improvement Process is effectively implemented and measured.

Position Requirements:

• BS in Engineering required. Or other technical degree with equivalent (4 or more years) experience required. CQE/CQA preferred.
  
• A minimum of 5 years manufacturing experience with some focus upon product quality is required.
  
• A minimum of 2 years of experience directly managing/supervising a team is required.
  
• Work independently and with project team members, develop and improve product and processes to reduce variability and increase robustness throughout the development cycle for multiple projects.
  
• Influence raw material supplier activities to support manufacturing and development. Activities include auditing, monitoring, and reporting on supplier performance.
  
• Effective presentation/communication skills, project/resource management skills.
  
• Frequent computer/report work, and administration of quality system programs and resources.
  
• Demonstrated problem solving and root cause analysis skills.
  
• Respond to audit findings by proposing and implementing necessary corrective action.
  
• Responsible for reviewing and verifying non-conforming materials and initiating and following up on associated corrective actions as required.
  
• Experiences with 5S, Lean, and/or 6 Sigma implementation methodologies is highly desired.
  
• Experience in minerals process or other continuous process manufacturing environment is desired

If you know of anyone who would be qualified for and perhaps interested in the position, please have them apply on line at http://on.basf.com/10kWwf7 , or via www.BASF.com/careers, click ‘search for jobs’ on the right hand navigation and enter requisition #1301134.

BASF, The Chemical Company
1300061 Process Engineer - Kaolin - Middle Georgia (Macon)

In this key Process Engineering role, you will:

• Lead and implement significant initiatives with process, process flow, trouble shooting and quality issues in a wide variety of processes
  
• Enhance/improve the productivity, quality, cost, and maintenance data for the purpose of optimizing existing plant/mill equipment
  
• Analyze and study trends to determine pattern recognition, research inefficiencies, and identify action plans to correct issues
  
• Understand gaps in performance and to respond to problems associated with processes
  
• Seek out and solve process and production problems and create improvements in the plant/mill operations
  
• Advises and trains the production supervision and hourly personnel during the startup and/or development of new processes in collaboration with other Process Engineers Analyzes productivity, quality, cost, and maintenance data and uses that information to optimize existing plant/mill equipment.
• Efficiently and effectively evaluates new or proposed equipment for the optimization of processes
  

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree is required. A Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field is preferred, but candidates with a non-engineering bachelors degree and demonstrated technical manufacturing performance will be considered.
  
• Must have thorough knowledge of functions and designs of the mill, plants, maintenance of rotating machinery and various other equipment.
  
• 1 year of experience in the mineral or chemical industry and/or related experience dealing with process equipment required, (3+ years preferred).
  
• Computer literate, with a solid understanding and use of spreadsheet formats.
  
• A working knowledge of chemical and corrosive environments is preferred.
  
• Team Lead/Leadership experience preferred.
  
• Knowledge and understanding of kaolin processing equipment and control systems is preferred.
  
• Must be proactive self-starter, analytical problem solver, team player, and work well with limited direction.

If you, or someone you know of who would be qualified for and perhaps interested in the position, please have them apply on line via www.jobs.basf.us, click ‘search for jobs’ on the right hand navigation and enter requisition 1300061.

BASF, The Chemical Company
1300276 Minerals and Exploration Manager, Gordon GA

This position is responsible for the Minerals Operations functions of the Kaolin Business in Middle Georgia Operations.

This position ensures that Minerals reserves are managed and optimized, mining operations are appropriately planned, products are planned, designed, manufactured, and delivered to internal customers within business financial requirements, supporting the earnings of a premium on the cost of capital. This position also ensures reclamation of disturbed properties and mining permits are completed within state regulations and land management is performed within the legal requirements. This is accomplished in a sustainable manner, ensuring excellence in safety performance, environmental compliance, and employee health.

• Lead the Minerals Operations organization to ensure product design, cost, quality, and internal and external customer supply objectives are met or exceeded while managing and optimizing the Middle Georgia Reserves Base.
  
• Lead the Minerals Operations organization in its Journey to EHS Excellence.
  
• Develop the Minerals Operations organization team through goal setting, accountability, performance review and development, and organizational design and development.
  
• Establish, pursue and achieve a strategic direction and Manufacturing objectives for the Minerals operations kaolin business unit which compliments and supports the Middle Georgia strategic vision.
  
• Lead the continuous improvement activities of the Minerals Operations organization, foster innovation, and facilitate and embrace change that drives improvement.

Qualifications

• BS degree required. A degree in mining, geology, chemistry, chemical engineering or business an asset.
  
• 7+ years of mining or manufacturing processing experience
  
• 7+ years of management and leadership experience
• Demonstrated strong competencies must include: personal and team leadership, business and financial acumen, communication, strategic and analytical thinking, and customer focus.

If you know of anyone who would be qualified for and perhaps interested in the position, please have them apply on line via http://jobs.basf.us, click ‘search for jobs’ on the right hand navigation and enter requisition 1300276.

BASF, The Chemical Company
1300484 Reliability Engineer - McIntyre, GA

Major Responsibilities:

• Reduce manufacturing costs through improved maintenance methods.
  
• Refine, implement, and manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  
• Identify and implement equipment modifications to improve efficiencies and reliability.
  
• Develop and maintain facility maintenance standards and specifications.
  
• Lead process improvement initiatives to improve plant reliability using root cause analysis and formal methods for assessing equipment reliability needs (i.e. criticality analysis and Failure Mode Effects Analysis).
  
• Perform root cause analyses of equipment failures.
  
• Maintain equipment inspection records.
  
• Manage maintenance projects.
  
• Be an active participant in maintenance turnarounds driving improvement in reliability during these turnarounds.
  

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering is required
  
• 1year of experience as a Reliability Engineer required (3+ years preferred)
  
• Knowledge and understanding of industrial plant operations required
  
• Excellent equipment troubleshooting ability required
  
• Project management experience required
  
• Demonstrated team leadership skills
  
• Experience with lean six sigma strongly preferred.
  
• Must be proactive self-starter, analytical problem solver, team player, and work well with limited direction.
  
• Effective communication (verbal and written) skills
  
• Strong interpersonal skills

If you, or someone you know of who would be qualified for and perhaps interested in the position, please have them apply on line via www.jobs.basf.us, click ‘search for jobs’ on the right hand navigation and enter requisition 1300484.

Active Minerals
Job Title: ISO Coordinator

Location: Milledgeville, GA

Position Summary:
The position will assist the QMS Manager by supervising all matters relating to implementation and maintenance of quality systems. This position coordinates with the Customer Relations Analyst and Quality Auditor to ensure activities associated with the AMI Quality Management System conform to ISO requirements. The ISO Coordinator reports the status of the CAPA database and system processes to the QMS Manager and during regular cost meetings.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee CAPA database processes; review cases for effective closure.
  
• Maintain and review critical system documents.
  
• Review system processes to optimize effectiveness and utilization.
  
• Work with Quality Auditor to coordinate internal auditing efforts.
  
• Assist QMS Manager in Management Review meetings.
  
• Follow up with department representatives on meeting action items.
  
• Provide agenda of discussion items for Management Review meetings with input from previous MR meetings, weekly cost meetings, and department representatives.
  
• Coordinate certification activities with certification body.
  
• Observe and audit all QMS procedures on regular frequencies to ensure compliance to ISO requirements.
  
• Design, develop and/or deliver professional presentations.
  
• Provide QMS training on corporate procedures as required.
  
• Follow and adhere to all QMS procedures and documentation as applicable to position and department, and as required by ISO.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Job Requirements and Skill Sets:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree required
  
• Minimum five (5) years ISO experience
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills at all levels of the organization, including contractors
  
• Strong analytical, statistical, computer and problem-solving skills. Experience with Microsoft Office
  
• General working knowledge of MSHA safety regulations
  
• Must take initiative and continually look for ways to improve the quality, production and safety aspects of company
  
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required
  
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects a plus

Interested candidates please submit your resume and cover letter to l.tuft@activeminerals.com.

"Active Minerals International is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, disability, marital status, national origin, race, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status."

Active Minerals
Job Title: QMS Auditor

Position Summary:
This position will audit numerous aspects of the QMS system to insure corrective actions are effective and that all AMI locations remain compliant to procedures. The position will assist in all matters relating to implementation of quality systems.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure audits are conducted as per the Internal Auditing SOP and audit schedule.
  
• Lead internal auditing efforts and provide auditing training for volunteer auditors.
  
• Observe and audit all QMS procedures on regular frequencies to insure compliance to ISO requirements.
  
• Audit CAPA responses and train employees for effective root cause analysis.
  
• Report the findings of performed audits to management.
  
• Initiate internal communications and provide assistance as necessary for the corrective/preventive actions of audit findings.
  
• Report on the effectiveness of corrective actions in reducing the recurrence of audit findings.
  
• Investigate root causes of customer complaints; report findings.
  
• Provide QMS training on corporate system procedures as required.
  
• Assist with testing, training and implementation of corporate systems.
  
• Assist in refining CAPA process to optimize effectiveness and utilization.
  
• Maintain documents and records pertaining to internal audits.
  
• Design, develop and/or deliver professional presentations.
  
• Follow and adhere to all QMS procedures and documentation as applicable to position and department, and as required by ISO.
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Skill Sets:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree required
  
• Minimum two (2) years ISO experience
  
• Experience with ISO certification process a plus
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills at all levels of the organization, including contractors
  
• Strong analytical, statistical, computer and problem-solving skills. Experience with Microsoft Office
  
• General working knowledge of MSHA safety regulations
  
• Must take initiative and continually look for ways to improve the quality, production and safety aspects of company
  
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required
  
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects a plus

"Active Minerals International is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, disability, marital status, national origin, race, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status."

Active Minerals
Job Title: Customer Service Coordinator

Position Summary:
This position will interact with customers to implement/process order requests from domestic and export customers. Interact with sales, production, shipping and accounting to facilitate the customer’s order from origination of shipment to invoice. Receive and process quotes and order fulfillment documentation for customers. Achieve and maintain rapport with customers and work to give them the best possible service. Provide a knowledgeable, competent, courteous interface between the customer and AMI at all times. Provide support for sales representatives and other departments. Customer satisfaction is the primary goal.

Essential Functions:

• Take and confirm customer orders via phone, fax or e-mail.
  
• Schedule orders with applicable shipping date, based on availability of products.
  
• Process customer orders in computer via ProQuote and Solutions.
  
• Communicate ship dates and special customer needs to Production/Logistics Coordinator.
  
• Prepare bills of lading for trucks and railcar shipments, as needed.
  
• Scan all order documents and customer correspondence into SpringCM.
  
• Coordinate customer COA requests with Quality Control.
  
• Generate quotes and confirm pricing in ProQuote Database.
  
• Prepare and mail invoices.
  
• Prepare NAFTA Certificates of Origin and Customs Invoice for Canadian Customers.
  
• Process requests for MSDS report.
  
• Provide key customer information to sales via Salesforce.
  
• Review open order report and reschedule past due shipments; reconfirm new order schedule with customer.
  
• Generate CAR from customer complaints about service, logistics and product quality.
  
• Respond to inquiries regarding products and services.
  
• Serve as back-up for Production Logistics Coordinator for essential functions.
  
• Interface with customer to clarify any issue that may arise regarding customer service.
  
• Assist account managers with rolling forecast and miscellaneous sales related issues.
  
• Adhere to all QMS procedures and documentation as applicable to position and department, and as required by ISO.

Job Requirements and Skill Sets:

1. High School graduate or GED, prefer 2-4 years of college studies.
   
2. Three to five years of experience in Customer Service or similar position.
   
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
   
4. Strong moral and ethical standards.
   
5. Multi-task oriented, able to work in a fast paced environment.
   
6. Must be proactive and have a sense of urgency about task fulfillment.
   
7. Excellent computer skills required; experience with Microsoft Office applications.
   
8. Exceptional organizational and planning skills necessary to be successful.

Interested candidates please submit your resumes to LaKisha Tuft at l.tuft@activeminerals.com.

Utility Bagger/Drivers in Wrens, GA Shipping Dept

KaMin LLC, a privately held, international supplier of high quality hydrous and calcined kaolin clay, is seeking Utility Bagger/Drivers in their Wrens, GA Shipping Dept. Responsibilities include: operating bagging equipment, forklift operation, manual stacking of bags, and housekeeping. Qualified team members must be at least 18 yrs of age, have h.s. diploma/GED, able to lift up to 55 lbs repeatedly, have basic data entry skills, and be Georgia Work Ready Certified in Math and Reading (Level 3) and Locating Information (Level 4). Ability to work rotating shifts and OT required.

KaMin offers competitive wages with a comprehensive benefits package.

Apply at any GA Department of Labor.

EOE/Drug Screen Required

Electrical Engineer

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design plant control systems primarily using Opto 22 Programmable Automation Controllers (PAC) and traditional field instrumentation.
  
• Develop PAC software for varying control schemes.
  
• Maintain legacy PLC applications in ladder logic (Sq. D SyMax).
  
• Develop HMIs in Wonderware Intouch.
  
• Maintain tags in Wonderware Industrial SQL server.
  
• Manage Project schedules and budgets.
  
• Collaborate with engineers and managers across disciplines in a team environment to ensure development of an integrated overall design, scope of work, budget, and schedule.
  

JOB SKILLS

• Proficient at Excel and other computer skills.
  
• Proficient in programming.
  
• Experience with CAD Bentley Microstation is a plus.
  
• Excellent verbal and writing skills.
  
• Excellent typing skills.
  

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 years’ experience in industrial controls engineering is preferred.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Bachelor degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering from an accredited four-year engineering program.
  

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with controls and PLC programming is preferred.
  
• A limited amount of travel in your vehicle will be required.
  
• Ability to work in field construction locations will be required.
  

Thiele offers excellent pay and a comprehensive fringe benefits package. This package includes medical and life insurance, dental, vision, sick pay, LTD, paid vacation and holidays, 401K, and educational assistance.

Qualified candidates should email a resume to sandy.lovett@thielekaolin.com. Please note “Electrical Engineer” in the subject line.

Any job offer will be contingent upon the successful candidate passing a physical exam, including a drug screen and a background check as warranted.

Thiele Kaolin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Programmer Analyst

Thiele Kaolin Company, a world leader in kaolin production, seeks a Programmer Analyst at its corporate office in Sandersville, Georgia.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Support Thiele’s enterprise relational databases using Structured Query Language (SQL).
  
• Generate statistics and write reports for management and/or team members on the status of the programming process.
  
• Develop and maintain user manuals and guidelines.
  
• Train end users to operate new or modified programs.
  

SKILL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience using Structured Query Language (SQL) in a daily job role. Must be able to demonstrate expertise in SQL.
  
• College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, information systems, or software engineering desirable.
  
• Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices.
  
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
  
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
  
• Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
  
• Knowledge of accounting systems is desirable.
  

Thiele offers excellent pay and a comprehensive fringe benefits package. Qualified candidates should email a resume to sandy.lovett@thielekaolin.com, please note “Programmer Analyst” in the subject line.

Any job offer will be contingent upon the successful candidate passing a physical exam, including a drug screen, and a background check as warranted.

Thiele Kaolin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mining Engineer

PotashCorp (the world's largest integrated fertilizer producer) has an opening at its White Springs, FL phosphate operations for a Mining Engineer with 4-6 years experience. The White Springs surface mining operations consists of 4 draglines and 50 pieces of mobile equipment, and a mill, to support two chemical plants in a 100,000 acre project area. This position will report to the Manager-Mining Operations and will be responsible to ensure that mine operations construction and operations maintenance occurs on a timely basis and that mine support work and infrastructure construction is well planned and maximizes use of the Float Crew and Heavy Equipment resources.

The Mining Engineer interprets strategic plans (the current year plan/budget and life of mine plans) and develops daily/weekly/monthly (tactical) plans for the Mine, Mill, and Mine Services Foremen to implement in order to accomplish the goals of the strategic plans. The Mining Engineer develops metrics and tracks productivity of Heavy Equipment and Float Crews working closely with Mine Management to achieve timely construction targets and optimize performance and utilization of heavy equipment and human assets. This position also serves as a gateway for technical talent to enter the organization and to progress to positions of greater responsibility.

Candidates who have 4-6 years of mining experience, a BS degree in Mining Engineering, experience with surface mining, draglines and optimization of mobile fleets is preferred. This position will offer exceptional promotional opportunities for a candidate that possesses excellent communications skills, ability to coordinate activities across departmental lines and leadership skills.

Contact information: James (Jim) H. Garrison, Jr | Manager, Human Resources | PCS Phosphate - White Springs, FL
P.O. Box 300, White Springs, FL 32096
E-Mail: jhgarrison@potashcorp.com

Posted on: 01-08-2013

Manager, Mineral Resources, Rayonier

Overview
At Rayonier, we're creating "value from the ground up" every day, starting with our people. People are the foundation for success and the key to making us the best performing company in the forest products industry. We are proud of our long history of success, our diverse mix of businesses and our values-based work environment, and invite you to consider a career with Rayonier.

Description
Responsible for continuous improvement of Forest Resources' financial performance by successfully developing strategies, identifying, planning, marketing, and monetizing business opportunities related to sub-surface assets across the companies’ 2.4 million acres in the United States. The manager is expected to proactively inventory, develop and evaluate prospects at a detailed level, market and negotiate with operating companies to drive exploration and/or monetization across the land base. This position will establish, grow and manage a large number of mineral projects in a variety of commodities (including hard minerals and oil & gas) and serve as a geologic advisor to assess value, risk and returns of mineral resources associated with acquisitions and dispositions.

Keys to success include a results-oriented, strong business acumen with an entrepreneurial drive, strong project management and marketing skills; staying abreast of trends and forecasts in end-markets and value chains; actively networking throughout the industry; collaborating with others to explore, promote and develop opportunities; allocating resources to the optimum mix of business initiatives; and effective written and verbal communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• MS in Geology or Earth Science with a preference for having completed a thesis involved with field mapping and business experience including P&L budgets preferred.
  
• Ten (10) years experience in mineral exploration and development (prospects). Background in both hard minerals and oil & gas or experience with large mineral owners a plus.
  
• Thorough knowledge of hard minerals business, regional market dynamics, marketing, and merchandizing. Strong understanding of regional concepts, such as large-scale inventories, regional play concepts, regional geologic trends and basin framework studies.
  
• Ability to develop and evaluate prospects at a detailed level. Strong business acumen with the ability to market and develop new business opportunities, perform market research and facilitate favorable contract terms.
  
• Practical in assessing likelihood of success, mitigating various forms of risk and creating short-term value.
  
• Strong negotiation, and project management skills and ability to manage consultant, customer, and vendor relationships and performance.
  
• Requires strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
  
• Hard-working, hands-on team player with a responsive demeanor that can communicate and educate in lay terms to a full spectrum from operational foresters to senior management.

Rayonier is committed to maintaining a work environment that promotes diversity and is free of discrimination. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

Environmental Health & Safety Manager - PyraMax Ceramics, LLC

A.  Position Summary:
This position is responsible for creating, implementing and overseeing an effective Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) management system that will ensure ongoing compliance towards PyraMax's standards and regulatory compliance, while continuously improving site PyraMax culture. The HSE will actively collaborate and participate as a valued member of the leadership team to provide guidance, technical support and coordinate activities and processes across the site. 

B.  Job Requirements and Skill Sets:
Responsibilities including but not limited to the following:

• Review current and proposed regulations and develop company requirements; recommend and then implement appropriate program measures to ensure compliance. 
• Develop proactive strategies to prepare for upcoming changes and drive actions to ensure compliance with regulatory (Federal, State, County, Local) and corporate requirements.
  
• Coordinate and manage critical HSE programs, such as pollution prevention, recycling, waste water management, storm water management, air quality management, hazardous waste management, PPE, HAZCOM, confined space and fall protection procedures and reporting requirements for each.
  
• Work to continuously improve integration of all HSE processes across the site.
  
• Provide backup and assist Facilities Engineering group on facility projects and production process improvement projects.
  
• Provide on-site management support to any required remediation projects.
  
• Provide advice on HSE concerns and work with employees at all organizational levels to affect corrective action strategies.
  
• Develop HSE improvement strategies including capital projects, HSE budgetary items, management system maturity and other continuous improvement projects.
  
• Develop and provide training and guidance to site personnel, leadership and contractors to ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate training requirements.
  
• Develop HSE policies/procedures and ensure that requirements are effectively integrated into standard operating procedures.
  
• Partner with business leaders and employees to continuously improve HSE culture, awareness and accountability, in support of site HSE objectives.
  
• Manage and Direct safe use of chemicals in the factory and be responsible for new chemical use approval for site operations.
  
• Provide HSE expertise and input for review of Job Safety Analysis and Standard Operating Sheets.
  
• Direct incident investigations, determine root cause, develop corrective actions, and conduct closure verification activities.
  
• Direct HSE inspections, self-assessments and audits.  Manage reports and present summaries to management with recommended solutions.  Monitor corrective action closure.
  
• Provide expertise during concept and design phases of manufacturing processes to ensure that sound HSE control methodologies are integrated into design.
  
• Coordinate environmental risk assessments, and work to deploy corrective measures to continuously reduce site's environmental impact footprint.
  
• Coordinate and conduct employee hazardous waste and environmental training activities.
  
• Create a work environment conductive to employee morale and motivation to accomplish performance objectives through effective change management.
  
• Ability to train multiple groups of employees.
  
• Must be able to promote a positive safety culture with all employees.

C.  Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry or equivalent with focus on Environment is required.
  
• 5+ years of HSE experience in progressively increasing responsibility including oversight of Title V permit compliance
  
• Verifiable experience creating, implementing and overseeing a facility governed by MSHA
  
• CSP designation would be viewed favorably.
  
  D.  Working Conditions/Environment:
  
  Must be able to lift, carry, and move objects up to 55 pounds; frequent climbing, walking, squatting, sitting, and standing; exposure to dusty (non-hazardous) environment and extreme heat or cold; up to 30% travel expected
  
  E.  Compensation & Benefits:
  
  Very competitive base compensation dependent upon experience, merit reviews & an annual bonus potential
  
  Potential for professional growth as Company expands to multiple plants
  
  Complete benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, long term disability & life insurance; health care spending accounts; 401k
  
  Possible relocation package available for those located more than 75 miles from plant-site.

Qualified candidate should e-mail salary resume and salary requirements to:
Human Resources Manager
hr@pyramaxceramics.com

Regional Customer Service Manager

Position Description: Due to rapid company growth a newly created, immediate & urgent vacancy exists in the Middle Georgia area. Position has responsibility for leading the Customer Service staff - within three production sites - involved in high volume, large quantity order entry, invoicing, preparation of shipping documents & management of related information

Company is an international leader in the production & marketing of minerals sold world-wide for industrial, agricultural & construction applications.

Responsibilities:

• Working in a self-directed fashion - while reporting remotely to the VP Customer Operations Group – to lead, coach & develop the Customer Service staff with staff members in three plant sites within three states
• As the voice of the company to external customers - coordinating a high volume of interactions & information including communication with multiple customers at each site to accurately process their orders, prepare invoices, supply quotes & resolve issues in a timely fashion
• Implementing best practice, customer service-related process improvements
• Overseeing the transactions of a 3rd party freight forwarder with responsibility for international shipments
• Daily entering updates of customer information & serving as the point of contact with the IT dept. in coordinating system changes

• Staff leadership & management experience
• Minimum of  5 years of customer service experience
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills for daily interactions with external customers - as well the internal production, logistics & sales depts.
• Travel to three plant sites
• Computer literate

Education & Experience Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree  – ideally in Business or Supply Chain Management
• Experience in a made-to-order, large quantity raw material production environment - such as clay, asphalt, gravel, paper & chemicals

Compensation & benefits:

• $68-75k starting base compensation dependent upon experience
• Annual bonus potential of 10% of base [recent bonus plans have paid out at 100%]
• Annual merit reviews & increases
• Outstanding benefit package includes: medical, dental, vision, long & short-term disability, life insurance, educational reimbursement & 401k with company matching

Reply with confidential resume to:
Pete Tosh, The Focus Group – an Executive Search firm
[Fee 100% Paid by Employer]
577 Mulberry St – Ste 710
Macon, Ga. 31201

Project Engineer

This is an immediate & urgent vacancy in the Middle Georgia area within the world’s market leader in the manufacture & supply of leading edge, high quality, environmentally friendly products & services utilized within the oil & gas sector. This publicly traded, growing company is known for being well capitalized within their profitable industry & has been consistently recognized by well-known publications as being effectively managed.

Responsibilities:

Providing professional, Project Engineering expertise to include:

• Developing and evaluating the plans and criteria for a variety of expansion /construction and/or process improvement projects
  
• Developing sound and cost effective solutions to problems facing the Operations team
  
• Planning, creating and/or monitoring the design of all phases of multiple engineered systems
  
• Assessing the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering solutions to include serving as the liaison with engineering consulting service
  vendors
  
• Performing as a staff advisor and consultant to the Engineering Manager, Plant Managers, and production and maintenance groups
  
• Writing capital project requests, assembling bid packages, and obtaining vendor quotes
  
• Incorporating safety and environmental practices within all processes to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations
  

Requirements:

• A minimum of ten years of direct project engineering experience
  
• BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or a related Engineering field
  
• An understanding of the roles of the different disciplines in engineering/construction processes as well as standard industrial construction techniques
  
• A field-oriented, project minded, self starter
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Very competitive base compensation dependent upon experience, merit reviews & an annual bonus potential of 10% of base – company has paid a bonus for each of the last 5 years
  
• Outstanding benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance; health care spending accounts; profit sharing & 401k
  
• Comprehensive relocation package

Reply with confidential resume to:
Pete Tosh, The Focus Group – an Executive Search firm
pete.tosh@thefocusgroup.biz
478-746-6891
[Fee 100% paid by employer]

Maintenance Manager

Purpose of Position - Maintain plant and equipment to meet business goals.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop maintenance management tools and practices
• Schedule and plan manpower and skills.
• Develop an autonomous maintenance program with zero accidents and zero break downs while operating in a tightly controlled fiscal position.
• Forecast replacement capital needs.
• Develop subordinates and maintenance employees
  
• Develop and maintain safety rules and practices.
• Manage site contractors
  
• Interface with purchasing to manage parts and inventory
  
• Partnership with process and department managers served by maintenance
  
• Develop budget and control cost
  
• Prepare reports and analyze performance
  
• Continuously improve processes and activities that deliver business performance
  
• Develop process and maintenance improvements

Accountability

• Meet goals for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance time
• Effective maintenance planning and forecasting.
• Manage cost of repairs using lean manufacturing processes.

Measurement of Performance

• Achievement of goals related to plant operations, primarily operating availability and maintenance cost but also more detailed measures of maintenance performance such as conformance to schedule, job standards, call-backs, zero accidents, zero breakdowns, overtime, etc. to be further defined
• Customer satisfaction and partner relationships
  

Required Skills and Experience

• Knows technology required to operate and maintain equipment such as crushers, kilns, mills, screens, fans, pumps, blowers, belt conveyors, pneumatic conveyors, packaging lines, bag houses, cyclones, burners, electrical distribution, spray systems, waste systems, piping, computerized controls, dozers, hydraulic loaders, trucks, etc.
• Experienced in maintenance planning, analysis, forecasting, administration and documentation, work order management, parts management, preventative, predictive and condition-based maintenance technologies and in systems to manage this work plant-wide.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to implement and manage lean manufacturing processes
• Safety methods and technology
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written
• Leadership as a way of gaining cooperation and group and individual accountability and results.
• Experienced user of Windows-based computing and software
• Project management skills and tools

Desired Skills and Experience

• Familiar with MSHA (or OSHA) regulations and practices
• Four year technical degree, mechanical engineering preferred
• Knowledge of control systems and electronics
• Construction and structural codes and methods

For immediate consideration send your resume to:

Jon D. Harvill CPC
Managing Director
Professional Search of Atlanta, Inc.
jharvill@professionalsearchatlanta.com
770-952-0009 or 800-648-0009

Posted on: Feb-09-2010