Manager of Equipment Operations

Description

• Assist in capital forecasting for rolling stock equipment.
• Build strong relationships with dealers and partners supporting Rogers Group’s asset fleet.
• Review cost reports to identify underperforming rolling stock assets.
• Assist management with capital replacement strategy.
• Work with the Corporate Equipment Manager to ensure all Capital Repairs are forecasted and completed correctly while managing the financial spend.
• Work with local management on all major repairs performed by outside vendors.
• Respond to calls concerning equipment problems.
• Establish PM standards for all rolling stock assets and oversight for adherence to those standards.
• Investigate root causes for equipment failures. Work with the Corporate Equipment Manager to implement findings and address fixes to prevent future failures.
• Perform site EMRs (Equipment Maintenance Reviews).
• Oversight and assist local management on surplus and disposal assets.
• Where needed, work with Area and Plant Managers to implement any necessary maintenance practices, driving high availability and low operating cost.
• Gather data, construct, and share Best Practices throughout the company.
• Maximize Rogers Group’s Oil Analysis Program. Work with Plant Managers to ensure data is accurate and actions are taken when sample results indicate.
• Assist mechanics with troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Mediate issues between vendors and RGI management as necessary.
• Provide directions for long-range stock equipment planning to achieve the maximum return on investments.
• Ensure all corporate and local maintenance programs and practices are implemented and in place.

Requirements

• Ability to assist mechanics with troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Preference for experience with underground-specific mining equipment.
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors on pricing.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field of study preferred, or 8+ years of industry-related experience managing mining & construction equipment.
• In-depth, hands-on experience with maintenance and repair of rolling stock equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.
• Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance