Operations Manager - Critical Mineral Recovery

Company Description

Critical Mineral Recovery™ (CMR) is poised to become a global leader in the recycling of electric vehicle and consumer-grade lithium-ion batteries. Upon completion of its new, state-of-the-art 225,000-square-foot battery processing facility in Fredericktown, Missouri, USA in Q1 2023, CMR will be able to process more than 60,000 tons per year of Li-ion batteries and battery-related materials, such as cathode and anode foils. Between its enormous capacity, low-cost processing methodologies, and large supply of batteries and battery-related materials, which are sourced directly from OEM’s, battery manufacturers, and other battery processors in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, CMR will be one of the largest Li-ion battery processors in the world.  

Critical Mineral Recovery™ will produce commercial-grade products, most notably powders that are rich in nickel, cobalt, and lithium, that can then be refined into battery-grade sulphates and carbonates used to make the raw material inputs needed by EV and consumer Li-ion battery manufacturers around the world. CMR, by processing batteries and battery-related materials from both consumers, processors, and manufacturers alike and redirecting critical inputs back into the battery manufacturing supply chain, will establish a truly closed-loop solution in the global marketplace that is both environmentally responsible and scalable for future growth as the global demand for such products flourishes in the coming generation. 

Job Description

The CMR Operations Manager reports to the General Manager (GM) and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day plant operations of a 225,000 square foot battery recycling facility.  warehouse operations of the company’s 400,000+ square foot recycling facility with the VPO. This person will coordinate, plan, schedule, and direct daily plant manufacturing activities.  Ensure key production metrics, goals, and objectives are achieved.

The candidate must be a strong communicator and multi-tasker who is adaptable, resilient, and eager to attack unfamiliar problems with curiosity and a bias for action. The position requires someone who is very detail-oriented with exceptional time-management and organizational skills. This person must have excellent problem-solving skills and leadership qualities with the ability to direct written and oral feedback.

The CMR Operations Manager is responsible for guiding, directing, training, and evaluating the performance of production supervisory staff.  This person must Provide strategic input to General Manager and Senior Management.

Responsibilities Include:

Coordinate, plan, schedule, and direct daily plant manufacturing activities 

Ensure key production metrics, goals, and objectives are achieved

Manage raw and finished product inventories

Assist in creating a positive work environment and culture focusing on safety, productivity, and inclusion

Guide, direct, train, and evaluate performance of production supervisory staff 

Purchasing of production supplies

Communicate and coordinate with multiple departments including Quality Control, Maintenance, and Logistics

Analyze production data and take appropriate actions to ensure continual improvement of manufacturing processes  

Provide strategic input to General Manager and Senior Management 

Other duties as assigned by the General Manager, or as necessary to ensure effective and efficient plant operations   

Qualifications

Skills

Ability to read, understand, and speak English

Excellent leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills

Capable of effectively presenting information to direct reports, peers, and upper management 

Ability to understand and interpret reports, business correspondence, and technical information

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education And Experience

Manufacturing Management, Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical/Chemical Engineering, or other relevant degree required.   

Minimum 8 years manufacturing experience with 5 years at a management level. 

Experience with Lean Manufacturing concepts is a plus

Additional Information

Salary commensurate on experience and qualifications

100% Company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision

100% Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability plus a $25K life insurance policy for all employees.

Accelerated paid Vacation time plus our facility is closed from Christmas Eve Day – New Year’s Day employees receive their regular rate of compensation during this time.

401(k) with generous company match after one year

Salary plus annual performance review and bonus

Occasionally required to stand, walk, st