Manager - Production - Beneficiation Plant

# Manager - Production - Beneficiation Plant
> Weekday AI · Nashwauk, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-08
**Salary:** INR 12,000,000–16,000,000
**Workplace:** on_site
**Department:** Weekday's Client via platform
## Description
𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟭𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟭𝟲𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟭𝟮𝟬-𝟭𝟲𝟬 𝗟𝗣𝗔)
Experience: 15+ yrs

Location: Nashwauk, Minnesota, United States

Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for an experienced **Production Manager – Beneficiation Plant** to lead plant production, operational performance, and process optimization within a large-scale beneficiation facility.

The role will be responsible for achieving production targets while ensuring high standards of **quality, safety, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency**. The position will lead production teams, coordinate with cross-functional engineering and maintenance functions, optimize plant processes, and drive initiatives that improve productivity, resource utilization, and overall plant performance.

## Requirements

### Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and oversee daily **beneficiation plant production** to achieve established production targets.
• Ensure the efficient and reliable operation of **beneficiation equipment and plant systems**.
• Monitor production and equipment performance data to identify recurring issues, operational bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure the timely availability and effective utilization of **raw materials and operational resources**.
• Lead, train, mentor, and develop production teams comprising **engineers, supervisors, and technicians**.
• Establish a culture of **safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement**.
• Work closely with **Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Maintenance, and Engineering teams** to ensure reliable and uninterrupted plant operations.
• Evaluate plant performance and recommend **process improvements, equipment upgrades, and operational enhancements**.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks using available resources and appropriate problem-solving techniques.
• Monitor and improve **specific power consumption, productivity, equipment utilization, and operating efficiency**.
• Ensure compliance with applicable **safety standards, quality requirements, environmental regulations, and operating procedures**.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, inspections, and training programs for production personnel.
• Optimize manpower, materials, equipment, and other resources to minimize downtime and improve cost efficiency.
• Develop, monitor, and manage **plant operating budgets**.
• Prepare and review **MIS reports, production performance reports, downtime analysis, and specific consumption records**.
• Develop and execute **plant shutdown plans** in coordination with relevant departments.
• Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the **Annual Business Plan**.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using operational data, root-cause analysis, and process optimization methodologies.

### What Makes You a Great Fit

• **15–20+ years of experience** in production or operations management, preferably within beneficiation, mining, steel, minerals processing, or similar heavy industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in **Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related field**; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Proven experience managing **large-scale production operations and multidisciplinary teams**.
• Strong technical knowledge of **beneficiation technology, processes, equipment, and plant operations**.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently deliver production targets while maintaining strong focus on **safety, quality, reliability, and cost efficiency**.
• Strong understanding of **process optimization, bottleneck identification, productivity improvement, and operational excellence**.
• Experience coordinating with **mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, maintenance, and engineering teams**.
• Strong knowledge of applicable **health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements**.
• Experience managing **plant budgets, raw material availability, resource utilization, downtime, and shutdown activities**.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent leadership, team-building, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively and make sound decisions in a **high-pressure, large-scale industrial environment**.
• Certifications or formal training in **Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Optimization, or Continuous Improvement** are an advantage.
• Strong ownership mindset with a focus on **productivity, reliability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement**.

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