Job Title: Operations Coordinator
Why consider a career at MLC?
MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces & received an EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for our continued commitment to sustainability.
- Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
- Safety and sustainability are top priorities
- Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
- Great development and advancement opportunities
- Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!
MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world…and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!
Benefits & Professional Growth
MLC offers a competitive and thoughtfully designed rewards package that supports both financial security and long-term career development:
- 401(k) Plan The company matches a portion of employee 401(k) contributions and also provides an additional employer-funded contribution, regardless of employee participation, to help support long‑term retirement savings.
- Tuition Reimbursement Reimbursement for 100% of approved eligible education expenses after six months of employment to support continued learning and career advancement.
- Vacation and Holiday Pay Employees receive paid vacation as well as recognized company-paid holidays to support work-life balance throughout the year.
- Health Savings & Wellness Benefits Employer HSA contributions for medical plan participants, a comprehensive wellness program, and $100 annually toward a gym membership.
- Disability & Employee Assistance Coverage Company‑provided disability insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health, financial, and personal support resources.
- Incentive Program Eligibility for performance-based incentive opportunities aligned with individual and organizational success.
- Career Growth & Development Opportunities Access to professional development resources and opportunities within a growing, global organization.
- Coming soon…Student Loan Reimbursement assistance
About the Job
The Operations Coordinator plays a key role in supporting plant operations by coordinating logistics, maintaining critical records, supporting safety and environmental compliance efforts, and providing administrative support that helps keep the site running efficiently and safely.
- Coordinate shipments, transportation logistics, and inventory activities to support customer demand.
- Maintain operational, safety, training, and compliance records to meet business and regulatory requirements.
- Support product quality programs through testing, sample management, and documentation.
- Assist with payroll processing, timekeeping, and workforce management activities.
- Support safety initiatives through reporting, audits, inspections, investigations, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Assist with environmental compliance reporting and documentation to help ensure adherence to site requirements.
- Coordinate equipment repairs, preventive maintenance schedules, and contractor services.
- Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and training, coordinating site events, managing office services, and serving as a point of contact for employees, visitors, and customers.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1-5 years of administrative, operations support, logistics, or coordination experience in a manufacturing, industrial, mining, construction, or similar environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general computer systems.
- Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees, contractors, customers, and site leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- Knowledge of MSHA, OSHA, environmental compliance requirements, and workplace safety practices.
- Experience supporting inventory management, transportation logistics, payroll processes, or plant administration.
- Familiarity with workforce management, ERP, or maintenance management systems.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a team-oriented environment.
- Understanding of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles.
The Fine Print
Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.
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About MLC
MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service. The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business. For more information, visit https://www.mlc.com/.