The posting
Operations Supervisor
Location: Pan Mine, Kingman, Arizona
Department: Mining Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 annually, plus bonus eligibility and benefits
Position Summary
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily surface mining operations at Pan Mine, ensuring production targets, safety standards, environmental compliance, and operational efficiencies are consistently achieved. This position provides leadership and direction to mining crews, equipment operators, and support personnel while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate is an experienced mining professional with a strong background in open-pit or surface mining operations, demonstrated leadership experience, and a track record of successfully managing crews in a production-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily mining operations to achieve production goals safely and efficiently.
- Lead, mentor, and develop crews of operators, laborers, and support personnel.
- Monitor productivity, equipment utilization, and workforce performance to maximize operational effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with all MSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental requirements.
- Conduct pre-shift meetings, safety briefings, and workplace inspections.
- Coordinate activities with maintenance, processing, geology, engineering, and other departments.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and operational issues, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Monitor and manage workforce scheduling, attendance, and shift coverage.
- Track operational metrics and prepare reports on production, safety, and workforce performance.
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce operating costs.
- Promote a positive work culture focused on safety, teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of mining operations experience, preferably in surface or open-pit mining environments.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or crew management experience leading teams in a mining, industrial, or heavy equipment operation.
- Proven experience managing multiple employees and contractors in a production environment.
- Strong understanding of surface mining methods, mobile equipment operations, safety practices, and production planning.
- Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and mining industry best practices.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make sound operational decisions under pressure.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational reporting systems.
- Valid driver's license and ability to obtain site-specific certifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in gold mining operations.
- Experience supervising open-pit mining crews.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Experience with continuous improvement initiatives, production optimization, and cost control.
- Knowledge of mine planning and equipment performance metrics.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to motivate employees and drive accountability.
- Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Ability to identify safety risks and implement corrective actions.
- Effective conflict resolution and employee coaching skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in an active surface mining environment.
- Ability to walk uneven terrain, climb stairs and ladders, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work rotating schedules, weekends, and holidays as operationally required.
- Must be able to wear required PPE and comply with all mine safety requirements.
