Our Culture: People Come First
The Dixon’s on top of Willis Mountain.
At Kyanite Mining Corporation (KMC), people come first. We’re dedicated to building a safe, supportive, and collaborative workplace where employees thrive. Here’s what makes KMC a great place to grow your career:
Family Ties, Generations Strong
The Dixon family has owned and operated KMC for four generations, and many of our employees share deep family ties to the company. Grandfathers, fathers, and sons have all built careers here—some even in the same role! Just ask Randy, our Head of Maintenance, who proudly serves in the role once held by his father, Mike.
Randy, Head of Maintenance (left) and his father, Mike (right) who also worked in the same role at Kyanite.
Growing Talent From Within
As Buckingham County’s largest private employer, we’re proud to support our community by hiring locally—most of our employees are county residents. We reward hard work, commitment, and growth with promotions from within. Not from the area? We welcome candidates from beyond Buckingham, especially for specialized roles, and encourage all qualified applicants to apply!
Buckingham County. (Photo from https://dailyprogress.com/)
Professional Development
We invest in our employees’ growth by offering opportunities for continued education, cross-training, and skill development. This not only helps our team members succeed in their current roles but also fosters collaboration across departments, strengthening teamwork and opening doors to new career paths and opportunities.
Our People Come First
For over 75 years, we’ve never laid off an employee—not even during COVID-19 or the Great Recession. Our leadership works hand-in-hand with the team to ensure every member feels valued and supported now and in the future. Many employees have been with us for decades, often spending their entire careers here. This year, all five retirees had dedicated over 30 years to our company, each leaving a lasting mark on our culture and success!
Photos from our 2023 retirement party.
Safety & Well-Being
We prioritize both workplace safety and personal health. We hold monthly safety meetings and offer first-aid training—many members of our workforce are CPR-certified! To promote personal well-being, we offer health insurance (with an annual health exam), gym stipends, and on-site flu shot clinics each year.
CPR training opportunities.
Join Us!
We’re committed to providing a safe, supportive, and rewarding environment for every team member. Ready to start your career with KMC?
We can’t wait to meet you!
