Mine Engineer jobs in Iowa

Position Summary:

The Mine Services Director is responsible for leading a team of professionals that are focused on the financial health and sustainability of the organization s aggregate resources which include duties in the areas of exploration, procurement, permitting, planning, and development. Additionally, this individual collaborates with other Wendling leadership to promote a values-based culture, efficiency, quality, and profitability within the business.

Company Introduction:

Wendling Quarries, Inc. (WQI) is a third-generation family owned and operated business that produces crushed stone, sand and gravel for individuals and businesses in eastern Iowa and western Illinois.

The bedrock of our company is composed of three main values:

• Family. We share faithful commitment to each other and our vision.
• Excellence. We are great on purpose.
• Human Potential. We aspire to be the best version of ourselves.

Lastly, there is concrete proof that we are known for being able to safely do everything we do better than everyone else .

Before moving onto the position details, please watch this short video to solidify what WQI is all about:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdZkMegDz2c

Job Position Details

Title: Mine Services Director

Department: Mine Services

Reports To: President

Location: Dewitt, Iowa

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Leadership: Leads in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Wendling by modeling the way as a servant leader, setting the example for all others to follow. Invests time in self-development and growth. Motivates all those around them to achieve their full potential. Holds self and others accountable to the highest standards of safety. (Approximately 10% of time is spent on this function)
• People and Culture: Ensures a highly safe, engaged, enabled, and aligned workforce by being a visible and vocal advocate for servant leadership and values-based leadership. Provide clarity, standards, feedback loops, recognition and reward programs, and career potential to ensure everyone knows and understands how to add value, and is aware of the opportunities to learn, grow, and develop. (Approximately 20% of time is spent on this function)
• Mine Planning and Development: Responsible for the financial health and sustainability of the organization s aggregate resources by implementing knowledge of geology, mine planning, mine design, processing and extraction methods, exploration techniques, material testing methods, and customer specifications. (Approximately 40% of time is spent on this function)
• Quality Control: Oversight of the Quality Control Department. Work with the Quality Control Manager to help troubleshoot quality concerns both proactive and reactive. Create alignment between departments that encourages the greatest utilization of the reserves that supports the overall mine plan. Contribute to the growth and success of product development. (Approximately 10% of time is spent on this function)
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute on the long-term strategy for Mine Services Department. Ensure strategic goals and objectives are met or exceeded; and have the business savvy to adapt the strategy as needed given shifts in macro and/or micro conditions in the economy, industry, and marketplace. (Approximately 10% of time is spent on this function)
• Network and Relationships: Develop a strong network of business, community, industry, and marketplace contacts and connections that can be accessed and leveraged. (Approximately 10% of time is spent on this function)

Education Level: Bachelor s degree

Education Major: Engineering or geology-related degree preferred, or a combination of work experience (5 years in mining and 5 years in management) and education.

Direct Reports: Quality Control Manager, Mine Development Manager, Environmental Specialist, and Mine Planner

Behavioral Requirements: Adherence to the company values and associated behaviors. Compliance with company policies.

Business / Technical Knowledge

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• Power Point
• Google Maps – Google Earth
• Mapping and drafting software for mining operations

Technical Skills:

• Geology and Mine Planning concepts
• Oral Communications – Public Speaking
• Basic Agricultural Practices

Personal Skills:

• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Ability to see what needs to be done and have the discipline to keep projects on schedule through completion
• Self-motivation
• Creative problem solving
• High tolerance for change

Competitive Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Retirement Benefit, 401 K, Wellness Program, Flex Spending Plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay and Employee Assistance Program.

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