Mill Operations Supervisor

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox. Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

About the role

Supervise and instruct a Mill Operations crew to perform in a cost effective, safe, productive manner while protecting the environment and enhancing morale of others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations at the mill, crusher, and related support systems.
• Work with operators in all facets of process training, understanding, safety, and general work practices.
• Prepare and conduct performance evaluations, recommend promotions, and carry out disciplinary actions as needed.
• Investigate, analyze, and supervise the documentation of accidents, injuries, and equipment damage.
• Monitor and maintain all production and personnel records (i.e. daily production and inventory logs, timecards, evaluations, etc.).
• Generate work orders for repair or modification of operation equipment. In emergencies, off shifts, or as directed, perform or supervise completion of minor repairs.
• Communicate with other department supervisors that support mill activities (i.e. the Maintenance, Warehousing, or Mine Supervisor).
• Monitor work areas on an ongoing basis to assure a safe and cost-efficient operation.
• Develop personnel by training and example.
• Ability to react quickly and efficiently in emergency shutdowns and power failures.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Responsible for conducting performance evaluations, recommending promotions, and carrying out corrective actions as needed.
• Investigate, analyze, and supervise the documentation of accidents, injuries and equipment damage, and recommend prevention strategies as necessary.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
• Work safely in all areas, identify potential safety hazards, and work with management to correct hazards.
• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employee must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
• Two years’ previous mill operations crew experience required.
• General knowledge of mining and the integration of the mining, milling, and maintenance functions.
• Must be production orientated.
• Good working knowledge and skills with a P.C. utilizing word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently, with others in a team environment, and also as a member of the management team.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• May work holidays, shift work, and weekends as required.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.