Field Operations Manager – Sand Mining, Material Handling
Western Proppants, LLC
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Berthoud • Colorado • United States
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Salary
💰 $150,000 per year
About the role
- Oversee daily field operations across multiple sand mining and aggregate production sites throughout Colorado
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor operational performance, personnel, and compliance
- Ensure consistent application of company standards, procedures, and best practices at all locations
- Direct and optimize material handling operations including extraction, stockpiling, loading, and transfer of sand and aggregate materials
- Oversee rock crushing, screening, and classification processes to ensure product quality and yield targets are met
- Develop and manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly production schedules aligned with customer demand and inventory targets
- Collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime and maximize overall plant availability
- Champion a strong safety culture across all sites in alignment with MSHA regulations and company safety policies
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in mining, aggregate, sand, or heavy materials operations
- Experience managing multiple sites or small to medium-scale field operations
- Strong understanding of material handling systems and production processes
- Proven leadership experience managing supervisors and hourly field staff
- Working knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations
- Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to travel regularly between Colorado operating sites
- Valid driver’s license
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with company contribution
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (as applicable)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
material handling systemsproduction processesrock crushingscreeningclassificationschedulinginventory managementcompliance monitoringoperational performance oversightsafety culture promotion
Soft Skills
leadershipplanningorganizational skillsproblem-solvingcollaborationcommunicationteam managementadaptabilityattention to detailsafety awareness
Certifications
valid driver’s license