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Coal Services Coordinator I, II or Sr.

Louisville, KY · On-site

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This position monitors supplier performance by tracking shipment quality, weight and timing. This ... coal-fired plants. -Works under direction, to ensure deliveries are in accordance with either ...

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Infographic showing various Coal Quality job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $91,047 per year, or $43.8 per hour.

Plant Supervisor - Bailey Preparation Plant

consol

West Finley, PA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

This leadership position will perform various plant duties requiring the exercise of judgment and application of standard principles and practices. Pursue initiatives to improve effectiveness of the group, process flow, and quality. Also includes tasks directly targeted to improve safety, quality, productivity, and overall plant performance by focusing on the development of standards, processes, and the utilization of facilities and staff to improve production or related operations. The candidate will work in a team environment to help oversee and execute a wide variety of production and facility related projects. Will supervise a crew responsible for coal preparation, plant maintenance and/or coal loading in a safe and efficient manner.

Target Responsibilities

  • Accept, embrace, and promote the following Core Values of Core Resources:  Safety, Sustainability & Continuous Improvement
  • Supervise crews responsible for efficient coal processing, cleaning, and coal loading to meet customer specifications. May supervise prep plant and/or outside maintenance crews
  • Conducts safety inspections and ensures that equipment is used in a safe and responsible manner
  • Communicates production schedules, changes and company policies and procedures to employees
  • Coordinates and communicates with other departments or shifts as needed to maintain an efficient and safe operation. Orders materials, parts & supplies as needed
  • May perform the duties of other operations, maintenance, or prep plant supervisor
  • May coordinate coal quality and blending to ensure customer specifications
  • May supervise contract employees as necessary
  • Liaison between Maintenance and Operations on breakdowns, especially for troubleshooting efforts
  • Provide troubleshooting assistance
  • Identify and assist with medium to large scale improvement projects
  • Identify, plan, and implement small scale improvement projects

Required Skills and Experience

  • Requires 1+ years of specialized training in electrical/mechanical systems
  • Knowledge of advanced process control concepts, basic electrical and mechanical concepts, applicable process and personnel safety considerations, and environmental regulations are integral to the position
  • Responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation and technical support needed to execute the required production plan
  • Knowledge of mechanical concepts in a plant environment
  • Proven leadership skills and experience 
  • Clear communication, interpersonal and active listening skills
  • Knowledge of PLC programming is preferred.
  • Ability to problem-solve while effectively managing competing priorities and tasks
  • Must be willing to work rotating shifts and weekends
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Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Sacramento, CA, US

Year founded

1983

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