Gerente de Producción Rincon
- Sé parte de un equipo que lidera con propósito y excelencia operacional.
- Oportunidad para liderar equipos multidisciplinarios y transformar procesos.
- Puesto basado en Salar del Rincón, Salta – Roster 5×2.
Acerca del puesto
Encontrar mejores formas de suministrar los materiales que el mundo necesita.
Buscamos un/a Manager de Producción para liderar la ejecución segura, eficiente y sostenible de las operaciones en nuestra planta procesadora de litio en el proyecto Rincón. Esta posición reporta directamente al Gerente General y tendrá bajo su liderazgo a Superintendentes, Supervisores, Ingenieros y Técnicos, siendo responsable por el desempeño integral de las unidades asignadas.
Responsabilidades clave
- Liderar equipos técnicos y operativos, promoviendo una cultura de seguridad, excelencia y mejora continua.
- Asegurar el cumplimiento de los objetivos de producción, calidad, seguridad y medio ambiente.
- Gestionar el presupuesto operativo y de mantenimiento, así como los proyectos de capital asignados.
- Optimizar el uso de recursos humanos y materiales, fomentando la flexibilidad, el desarrollo de talento y la sucesión interna.
- Implementar sistemas de gestión Lean y prácticas de mejora continua.
- Supervisar la operación de la planta Rincon y la transición hacia la planta comercial.
- Impulsar iniciativas de eficiencia energética, reducción de costos y benchmarking.
- Asegurar el cumplimiento de normativas legales, certificaciones ambientales e higiene industrial.
- Colaborar en la planificación estratégica y toma de decisiones con impacto más allá del equipo propio.
Requisitos
- Título universitario en Ingeniería.
- +10 años de experiencia en industrias minera, de petróleo, gas o similares, con al menos 3 años liderando líderes.
- Conocimiento en HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, P&ID, PFD y equipos de tratamiento químico.
- Dominio de MS Office y SAP.
- Excelentes habilidades de comunicación, con dominio del español y el inglés.
- Habilidades de liderazgo, comunicación, planificación estratégica y gestión de equipos de alto desempeño.
- Capacidad para comunicar y presentar eficazmente (tanto oral como escrito) temas, estrategias y recomendaciones.
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Production Manager – Rincon
- Join a team driven by purpose and operational excellence.
- Opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams and transform processes.
- Position based in Salar del Rincón, Salta – 5×2 roster.
About the Role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
We are seeking an Production Manager to lead the safe, efficient, and sustainable execution of operations at our future lithium processing plant in the Rincón project. This role reports directly to the General Manager and will oversee Superintendents, Supervisors, Engineers, and Technicians, being accountable for the overall performance of assigned units.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical and operational teams, fostering a culture of safety, excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with production, quality, safety, and environmental targets.
- Manage operational and maintenance budgets, as well as assigned capital projects.
- Optimize human and material resources, promoting flexibility, talent development, and succession planning.
- Implement Lean management systems and continuous improvement practices.
- Oversee pilot plant operations and transition to commercial plant.
- Drive initiatives for energy efficiency, cost reduction, and benchmarking.
- Ensure compliance with legal regulations, environmental certifications, and industrial hygiene standards.
- Collaborate in strategic planning and decision-making with impact beyond own team.
Requirements
- University degree in Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience in mining, oil & gas, or related industries, with at least 3 years leading other leaders.
- Knowledge of HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, P&ID, PFD, and chemical treatment equipment.
- Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
- Excellent communication skills, with proficiency in Spanish and English.
- Strong leadership, communication, strategic planning, and high-performance team management skills.
- Skilled in effectively communicating and presenting (both orally and in writing) issues, strategies, and recommendations.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Where you will be working
Recognized as a pioneer and leader in the industrial minerals industry due to product quality, supply reliability and technical support; we are proud to make modern life work. Lithium is part of our portfolio of materials essential to a low-carbon future and is a key element needed for low-carbon technologies. The Battery Materials unit is comprised of the Borates operations in US, the Jadar Project in Serbia and the Rincon project in Argentina, leading in mining borates and lithium for a more sustainable future. The Rincon lithium project is a large undeveloped lithium brine project located in the heart of the lithium triangle in the Salta Province of Argentina, an emerging hub for greenfield projects. It is a long-life, scalable resource with one of the lowest carbon footprints of lithium assets in the world. This acquisition is a significant further endorsement of our commitment to the battery materials sector and lithium's role in a low-carbon future.
Respect and Inclusion
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.
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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs—striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us who we are.
Take your leadership career to the next level.
Where can Rio Tinto take you?
You’re passionate and ambitious with tremendous career aspirations. The breadth and growth of our organisation empowers you to define your ideal career path.
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Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Working in our Operations teams
The most important thing you’ll uncover is your own potential.
Working in Operations at Rio Tinto means you can make a hands-on difference in the discovery and delivery of the materials that make human progress possible. In return, we strive to help you achieve and even exceed your career goals. Join us and experience:
Our application process
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Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
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Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
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Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.