Team Leader- Mineral Separation Plant

MSP Plant Team Leader

Position Summary

The MSP Plant Team Leader is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the mineral sands processing plant while providing direct supervision and leadership to plant personnel. This role combines hands-on plant operation with team leadership, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently achieved.

This role involves a combination of control room and field-based work in an active processing plant environment. The position requires working outdoors in varying conditions and maintaining a hands-on, safety-focused approach.

Must be available to work rotating 12 hour shifts as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations

• Operate and monitor processing plant systems via PLC and field inspections, including feed systems, dryers, filters, magnetic and high-tension separators, spirals, and pumping systems
• Ensure plant performance meets production, recovery, and quality targets
• Identify operational issues and take corrective action to maintain continuous production
• Perform routine checks, troubleshooting, and minor maintenance; support maintenance activities as required
• Maintain plant housekeeping and safe working conditions

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate plant operators to maximize safety, productivity, and efficiency
• Train, mentor, and support team members to build capability and ensure compliance with procedures
• Monitor team performance and provide direction to achieve daily and shift production goals
• Support workforce planning and contribute to continuous improvement of team performance

Production & Reporting

• Record and report operational data, production results, and key performance metrics
• Conduct basic calculations and track plant performance trends
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance, and technical teams regarding plant conditions and priorities
• Collect and manage process samples to support plant performance and product quality
• Monitor results and identify variances or process anomalies
• Ensure adherence to operating procedures and recommend improvements where needed
• Operate mobile equipment including front-end loaders, forklifts, and skid steer loaders (as required)
• Utilize tools, instruments, and gauges to support plant operations

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent (technical degree preferred)
• Minimum 4+ years of industrial or processing plant experience
• Minimum 2+ years in a supervisory or team leadership role
• Experience in mineral sands or similar processing operations preferred
• Valid driver's license

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Solid understanding of plant operations, equipment, and process flow
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow operating procedures
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and lead in a field environment
• Basic computer and data entry skills